Name: Tuff Terrain - 12v Mini Power Box
Brand: Tuff Terrain
SKU: KR-12VPDB
Price: 199.0 AUD
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• 1 x Tuff Terrain 12v Mini Power Distribution Box

• 5 x 12v accessory (cigarette style) sockets

• 6 x USB outputs (3 x USB-C PD, 3 x QC 3.0)

• Integrated voltmeter

• Integrated LED panel light with dimmer

• Anderson style input/output with 50A auto reset breaker

• Built in spare fuse for cigarette sockets

• Central hub for 12v touring gear

• Five fused sockets for camp appliances

• Six USB ports for charging devices

• Voltmeter helps track battery status

• LED work light helps at night

• Portable or panel mount setup options

Tuff Terrain 12v Mini Power Distribution Box takes one 12v feed from your auxiliary battery and spreads it across sockets and USB, meaning your camp gear plugs into a single hub. Five fused 12v outlets handle fridges, lights and pumps inside the 40A rating. Six USB ports cover phones, action cams and speakers through USB‑C PD and QC 3.0 outputs, which keeps everyone charged from the bush to the beach.

The Anderson style link carries up to 50A through an auto reset breaker, preventing wiring damage if something shorts out. The digital voltmeter shows battery volts under load to help you judge when to back off usage. An LED panel light with dimmer throws enough light on the face to find sockets after dark. The 240mm x 112mm x 60mm body works as portable gear or bolts down in a canopy or caravan.

Q: Can the Tuff Terrain 12v Mini Power Box run directly from a vehicle starter battery?

A: It can connect but use an auxiliary battery for touring use. A starter battery suits engine cranking rather than deep cycling. Repeated accessory loads on a starter battery can reduce cranking capacity. An auxiliary battery protects starting reliability on remote trips. Use a DC to DC charger or isolator as part of the setup.

Q: Is the 40A rating the total current for all outputs combined?

A: Yes, the 40A figure refers to total current through the box. All 12v sockets and USB ports share this system rating. Add the expected draw of each connected load to stay under 40A. Exceeding the rating can trigger protection devices and stress wiring. Plan fridge, lights and chargers with a safety margin.

Q: Can the unit be permanently panel mounted in a canopy or caravan?

A: Yes, the housing supports hard mounting as well as portable use. The flat sides and mounting points suit fixing to ply panels or metal surfaces. Allow airflow around the unit for cooling. Place it where you can access fuses, switches and sockets. Use suitable screws and avoid overtightening into thin panels.

Q: Does the power box include its own battery or solar regulator?

A: No, the box does not contain a battery or solar regulator. The gear functions as a distribution hub only. Connect it downstream from an existing battery system. Use an appropriate regulator between solar panels and the battery if you add solar. Keep wiring gauges and fuse ratings matched to the upstream gear.

Q: What devices suit the USB‑C PD and QC 3.0 ports?

A: The USB‑C PD ports suit many modern phones, tablets and smaller electronics. The QC 3.0 ports suit devices that accept Qualcomm quick charge protocols. Each port still works with standard USB charging if the device does not use those modes. Check the device charger specifications for compatible voltage and current ranges. Stay within the published wattage for each port.