Paradan Radio Power Strip 8 DC Distribution Panels allow you to tidy up your station, and power up all your 12-volt equipment. These rugged, high-capacity metered distribution panels feature one 40A fused Anderson Powerpole® input socket and eight fused Powerpole® output sockets, allowing for easy fan-out in a horizontal layout.

A bright 3-digit 7-segment LED display shows DC Voltage in red and total current in blue, measured accurately via a 3.3 milliohm resistor in series with the positive lead—not the negative lead like most meters—ensuring precise readings even in common-ground setups like vehicle-mounted radios. The chassis is isolated from the negative connection to prevent ground loop issues.

Power Strip 8 comes pre-installed with a 40A input fuse and eight output fuses:

• (3) 25A

• (2) 10A

• (2) 5A

• (1) 1A

Fuses are easily replaceable and reconfigurable. If a fuse blows, a red LED illuminates behind the affected fuse for quick identification. Built to handle high current, the Power Strip-8 is housed in a sturdy aluminum case with a triple-thick circuit board. It includes a pack of (9) Powerpole® connector pairs for convenient setup.

It’s always good to know the current drain of each piece of equipment—and now you can, with accuracy and style. Order a Paradan Radio Power Strip 8 DC Distribution Panel from DX Engineering.

Additional Features and Specifications:

• Voltage: 13.8VDC Nominal, Maximum 18VDC

• Current: 40A Maximum

• Current Sensing Resistor: 3.3-milliohm, positive lead

• Meter: (2) 7-Segment LEDs, Volts in RED, Amps in BLUE

• Fuses: Automotive type: (1) 40A, (3) 25A, (2) 10A, (2) 5A, (1) 1A. May be swapped and replaced

• Connectors: 40A Anderson Powerpoles*. RED is positive, BLACK is negative

• Case: Black painted Aluminum with white lettering

• PC Card: FR-4, Double-sided, Triple-thickness copper clad

• Dimensions: 11.5 x 2.4 x 1.0 in., Power poles and fuses extend 0.5 in.

• Mounting Holes for #8 screws: 10.5 x 1.8 in. square

• Weight: 1.0 lbs.