HCDC 1 in 8 Out 40Amp Connector Power Splitter Distributor Source Strip Module

An excellent power distribution device for 12v systems using Anderson Power Pole connections. Has different wattage fusing. Can handle a lot of DC 12v current. I used it for powering multiple Ham radio devices using a 50 amp power source.

I received the power distributor, and hooked it up and tested it, and it works. Everything fits. But the surprise is that besides the main unit, it also came with some power pole connector pieces, including some boots, and that is just the extra professional touch that made me smile. Everything is very clearly labeled, VERY much so, which is great for a product that is usually stuck under the desk or shelf with bad lighting. This product looks like a second- or third-generation version and is well thought-out and well manufactured. And the different fuses for different current levels are the proper different colors which also adds to the usability and my comment about being well labeled. Super product, works for me, and does exactly what I need.

It looks nice and works well. I am running 4 different radios in my tractor trailer and it makes it easy to take radios in and out quickly.

This product is clearly intended to be an inexpensive replacement for a good but expensive product that is popular with Amateur Radio operators, especially those doing Emergency Communications. Compared to the original there are two features that have been omitted in this HCDC/Xikentek.com product: - there are no warning LED for blown fuses - there is no over/under voltage warning The product looks and feels like it is well made. The two part metal case is held together by no less then 6 screws. An additional 6 screws secure the PCB to the case. The PCB is dual layer with wide power traces on both layers. There is additional support for high current with some wire bridges on both positive and negative rails. The fuse holder for the DC-IN fuse is of a different design (capable of handling a higher current) then the fuses for the DC-Out ports. The connectors feature the letter A for genuine Anderson PowerPole connectors (if they aren't genuine, I can't tell the difference). The product does have one LED to indicate that power is present but unlike similar products that use a green LED (indicating normal operation) HCDC decided to use a red LED for that purpose (EN 60073 defines a red light as an indicator for a dangerous condition). I'm happy with this purchase.

This is about half the price of name brand 12 Volt Panels on the market. I was surprised to get a pack of ten power poles with it that go for $16.95 by themselves. I tested it throughly first and it works fine. I also received some extra fuses and some covers for the unused positions which I have never seen before. I have it up and running and I am happy with it to feed my Ham Radio Gear. Good Luck BP

Love this power block, so much better than multiple connectors going to power supply.

I tried a couple of the foreign made blocks for sale here and was prepared for disappointment based on prior purchases. This unit was a pleasant surprise. Solidly built. No loose wiggly poles or connections. Rock solid. I wired up with 6 crimped power pole pair connections for winter field day and put it through hell for 48 hours in a cramped tent for ham radio winter field day where things tend to get kicked and jostled despite our very best intentions. Zero problems with this block. I had one pole crimp come loose but that was my fault as I found out. If you don’t hear that CLICK when you insert wire into pp connector, you are NoT solid! I’m going to buy another of these for my shack. Plan is to have one dist panel attached to my wired AC yaesu power supply and another to my bank of four 100ah MarsEnergy Lifepo4 batteries. Slowly merging gear into my new shack and go kit for ham radio (HOA-forced inactivity for decades!) this panel is a solid performer. It will be a part of my setup

Of all the underhanded "Fake" look-alike Anderson power pole distribution block, I fell prey to buying this product. Shame on merchant allowing customers to think this would even work with the Anderson power pole connectors. The pins are misaligned, wouldn't even hold the connection to keep power on! intermittent connection caused multiple fuses to blow because of electrical surge. Item sold and built to look like the West Mountain Radio Rig runner. DO NOT BUY HIGHLY DUBIOUS MEASUREMENTS, wires kept unplugging with the connectors for HAM gear needing 13.8 DC. Item isn't manufactured to meet ISO standards and specifications on Rig Runner, do not use with "real" Anderson power pole connectors. Look elsewhere, had it for a month and kept blowing the fuse due to wire electrical off-on connections!