Auxbeam AR-800 8 Gang Bluetooth Switch Panel: features and specs

The Auxbeam AR-800 is an eight-gang switch panel for vehicles. It controls up to eight accessories, such as LED light bars, winches and auxiliary lamps, from one compact panel, and it adds Bluetooth control through the Auxbeam app. It is aimed at off-road builds on trucks, ATVs, UTVs and RVs.

Eight gangs, three behaviours

Each gang (a gang is one switch position) can be programmed in the app for one of three modes. Toggle holds power on until you switch it off, which suits lights. Momentary sends power only while the switch is held, which suits a horn or winch. Pulsed produces a strobe effect for compatible lighting. Auxbeam says group control can manage several devices at once.

App control and personalization

The panel connects by Bluetooth to a phone app. Auxbeam says you can control all eight gangs from the phone, create custom scenes and choose RGB backlight colours. The app is listed with more than 80 stickers, over 200 digital icons and photo uploads for labelling switches. The listing also mentions auto-dimming and a one-touch backlight-off option for night driving. It cites a certification number for FCC compliance of the wireless function.

Electrical design and protection

The panel works from 12 to 24 volts and is rated at 720W. Auxbeam says it uses a solid-state relay with four protections: over-voltage, reverse polarity, over-current and thermal cutoff. Solid-state designs have no moving relay contacts, which typically means quiet operation. Protective features reduce the risk of damage from wiring mistakes, but they don't replace correct fuses and wire gauges. Follow the manual and local rules for wiring, fusing and installation.

Weather and temperature

The panel is listed as IP65, meaning it is listed as dust-tight and protected against water jets. Auxbeam gives an operating range of -40°F to +221°F. Protection like this is relevant for a panel mounted in an open-cab vehicle or on a bike-style machine that sees rain and mud, though the way you mount it still matters.

Installation

Single-side wiring is the headline for installation. Auxbeam says all connections sit on one side, no cutting is needed, and the design is protected by a U.S. design patent. It is listed as compatible with LED bars, winches and other devices on ATVs, UTVs, trucks and RVs. The unit measures 4.6 x 2.6 x 1.0 inches, and the listing gives a weight of 4.6 lb, which may include the wiring and accessories. Auxbeam offers a three-year warranty.

Who it suits

It suits owners with several add-on accessories who want one tidy control point and phone-based customization. It is aimed at off-road and utility vehicles more than at a single-lamp setup.

What to check before you buy

• Total load: add up the current of your accessories and compare with the 720W figure and each gang's limit.
• Voltage: confirm that your system is 12V or 24V.
• Mounting space: the panel is 4.6 x 2.6 inches, so check your dash or console cut-out.
• Phone support: confirm your phone can run the app and uses Bluetooth.
• Wiring: plan fuses, wire gauge and a secure ground; follow the manual.
• What's in the box: check which cables, fuses and labels are included.

The short version

• An eight-gang Bluetooth switch panel with RGB backlighting and app control.
• Toggle, momentary and pulsed modes for each gang.
• 12-24V, 720W, solid-state relay with four listed protections.
• IP65 protection and -40°F to +221°F operating range.
• Single-side wiring, 4.6 x 2.6 x 1.0 inches, three-year warranty.

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