DescriptionA RIGrunner is the most convenient and safest way to connect all your 12 VDC equipment to a power source. It is a 13.8 VDC power panel that uses the excellent Anderson PowerPole connectors. Standardize all of your 12 VDC connections using the amateur radio ARES & RACES Powerpole system.
Starter Kit Includes:
RIGRunner 4010S
PP-30-10 - 30 Amp Powerpole Connectors - 10 Sets
RB-12-25 - 25 ft of 12 gauge Red/Black Zip Cord
RIGrunner 4010S dimensions:
Mounting Base: 11 3/4 inches wide by 2 3/4 inches high
Working Surface: 10 3/4 inches wide by 2 3/4 inches high
The first switching RIGrunner
Through the innovative use of a FET switch designed for 12 volt DC operation at up to 100 amps, with over current and temperature protection. The FET has a typical on resistance of only .001 ohms!
The “master” power jack will automatically control nine Powerpole switched outlets each rated up to 40 amps with a maximum of 40 amps for the entire RIGrunner. The current sensing for this circuit does not use a separate sensing resistor. It actually senses the voltage drop across the fuse that protects the master outlet! Using the fuse has two advantages, no additional voltage drop and increased sensitivity with low current devices. Even a QRP rig should control the automatic switching. A toggle switch is provided to select between “off”, “auto” and “all on” so that you can use your other equipment independently from whatever is plugged in to the “master” outlet.
A RIGrunner is the most convenient and safest way to connect all your 12 VDC equipment to a power source. It is a 13.8 VDC power panel that uses the excellent Anderson PowerPole connectors. Standardize all of your 12 VDC connections using the amateur radio ARES & RACES Powerpole system.
A model for every station and every budget!
- RIGrunners come in three models each rated at 40 amps with your choice of 12, 8 or 5 outlets.
- The 4012, with 12 outlets, 4008 with 8 outlets and the 4005 with 5 outlets.
- The 4012 and 4008 have our quick status precision LED and audio voltage monitor.
- The 4005 is made for small or mobile installations or as an expansion unit with our 4012 model
Features:
- Anderson PowerPole connectors, the best DC connectors!
- Conforms to the ARES and RACES 12VDC standard with PowerPole connectors!
- Safe secure, HOT CONNECT, polarized, color keyed, genderless connector system.
- No messy binding posts, frayed wire connections, black tape or short circuits!
- High current! More than enough 12 V power for your station! Pick the appropriate model.
- Each outlet may be used at full ratings: transceivers, amplifiers or any accessory.
- Precision window comparator quick status power monitor, makes a voltage problem obvious.
- LED and audio alerts of safe, over and undervoltage conditions.
- Audio alert is selectable to alarm on overvoltage, undervoltage or can be disabled.
- Each outlet is individually fused with automotive ATC/ATO fuses. Shipped with fuses installed.
- ATC/ATO auto fuses are easy to get and are available in 10 values from 1 to 40 amps.
- Fuses are quick change; accessible from the outside using high quality fuseholders.
- Each fuse has a blown fuse LED illuminator to show short ciruit problems instantly!
- RF suppression on each outlet to supress RF leakage between equipment. Keep your power supply regulating.
- Commercial quality construction just like our RIGblasters. No Sharp edges, no plastic.
- A full array of quick change PowerPole power supply, extension and adapter cables
available.
- One full year parts and labor guarantee, you pay only one way shipping, no warranty charges.
- Mounting with supplied 3M Bumpon® protective feet, 3M® adhesive pads or screwed down using any #6 or #8 screws.
