West Mountain Radio RIGrunner 4008

RIGrunner is the most convenient and safest way to connect all of your 12 volt equipment to a power source. It uses the excellent Anderson Powerpole connectors, standardizing all of your 12 VDC connections. This RIGrunner is available with top mounted Powerpole connectors.

• 40 amp 12 VDC continuous duty with 8 outlets
• Precision voltage monitoring with visual/audible alarm for over and under voltage

Includes

• (4) Rubber Feet
• (4) 3M Adhesive Pads
• Owners Manual

DC Power Connections Made Easy

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, RSGB, ARRL Powerpole system.

RIGrunners are available for every station and every budget. The table below can assist you while determining which RIGrunner suits your needs. To learn more about specific models, click on the model name within the table.

Model		Total Max Amperage	Max Outlet Amperage	Number of Outlets	Precision Power Monitor	Master Device or Vehicle Detect w/ Timer	USB Charger Ports	Horizontal Configuration
4004USB		40	40	4			✔ 2
4005		40	40	5
4005H		40	40	5				✔
4008		40	40	8	✔ Audible Alert 3 LED Status
4008H		40	40	8				✔
4010S+		40	40	10	✔ Audible Alert 3 LED Status	✔ Auto Outlet
4012		40	40	12	✔ Audible Alert 3 LED Status
8012		80	40	12	✔ Audible Alert 3 LED Status
4007U		40	40	7	✔ Audible Alert, 3-digit voltage current display w/ Auto Shut-off	✔ ON/OFF Push button	✔ 1
4005i		40	40	5	✔

RIGrunner Features

Anderson Powerpole Connectors Provide Interoperability for Emergency Communications

• Our Powerpole configuration conforms to the ARES, RACES, RSGB standard, and ARRL recommendation for high current 12VDC connectors.
• Safe secure, HOT CONNECT, polarized, color keyed, genderless connector system.
• No messy binding posts, frayed wire connections, black tape or short circuits!
• A full array of quick change Powerpole power supply, extension and adapter cables available

High Current Capability

• 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
• The 8012 is conservatively rated at 80 amps total with any outlet good to 40 amps
• Models 40xx are conservatively rated at 40 amps total with any outlet good to 40 amps
• 4004, 4005, 4008 & 4012 models can use any output jack as the power input with full ratings

Protected with Readily Available ATC/ATO Fuses

• Each outlet is individually fused with automotive ATC/ATO fuses. Shipped with appropriate fuses installed
• Fuses are quick change; accessible from the outside using high quality fuse holders
• ATC/ATO auto fuses are easy to get and are available in 10 values from 1 to 40 amps

Power Monitoring and Alerts

• Precision window comparator quick status power monitor, makes a voltage problem obvious
• LED over and under voltage indicators instantly indicate a problem, without interpretation
• An audio alert is configurable to alarm on overvoltage or under voltage (both on 4010, 8012, 4012 & 4008 only) or may be disabled.
• Each fuse has a handy blown fuse LED illuminator to show short circuit problems instantly

RF Suppression

• RF suppression on each outlet suppresses RF leakage between equipment. Keeps your power supply in regulation

Specifications

Overall Dimensions (maximum, w/o cables)	1.4" H x 11.75" (4010S, 8012 & 4012), 9" (4008), 6" (4005) W x 3.0" D
Weight	15 1/4 (4010S, 8012 & 4012), 11 1/4 (4008), 6 3/4 (4005) oz.
Maximum total current	40 amps (4010S - 4012 - 4008 - 4005) 80 amps (8012)
Maximum single individual outlet current	40 amps (fuse protected, all models)
ICAS current rating (fuse limited)	37 amps (4010S - 4012 - 4008 - 4005) 74 amps (8012)
Precision comparator window points.	11.5, 15.0 Volts (8012, 4010S, 4012, 4008 only)
Metering Accuracy	better than 2% @ 25 deg.C. (8012, 4010S, 4012, 4008 only)
Audible alert SPL output	~ 60dB SPL @ 1 meter (8012, 4010S, 4012, 4008 only)
Maximum voltage (meter circuit)	32 volts (8012, 4010S, 4012, 4008 only)
Reverse polarity protection (meter circuit)	Yes (8012, 4010S, 4012, 4008 only)
4010S Automatic switching threshold.	Most radios with appropriate master outlet fuse

Construction

• Built in USA to IPC-610 commercial manufacturing standards by an ISO9002 facility.
• Printed circuit board .062 FR4 material, extra heavy 3oz. copper, with greater than 1" wide high current traces.
• Double sided, plated through holes, solder mask over bare copper, silk screened commercial grade printed circuit board.
• Enclosure: .062 aluminum, with attractive and extremely durable powder coat painting and clear silk screen labels.
• Power connectors: exclusively Anderson Power Products Powerpole connectors.
• Connectors are arranged according to the ARES/RACES standard.
• Fuses installed are standard ATC/ATO automotive fuses available in 10 values from 1 to 40 Amps.
• Stainless steel hardware with PEM threaded mounting standoffs.