Auxbeam RA80XL 8-Gang RGB Switch Panel with 1-Inch Buttons: specs and uses

The Auxbeam RA80XL is an eight-switch control panel for the lights and accessories added to off-road vehicles, trucks, RVs, trailers and boats. Its main feature is size: the panel is about 5 inches wide, with 1-inch buttons that are meant to be easy to press in rough conditions. Here is what the specs mean and who the panel suits.

What an 8-gang panel does

Each button controls one device, such as a light bar, work light, fan or pump. With eight buttons, you can run up to eight separate lights or electrical devices from one place, without adding switches or cables around the cab. Auxbeam says the panel installs in any DC 12-24V vehicle, including SUVs, ATVs, UTVs, RZRs, side-by-sides, trucks, RVs, campers, trailers and boats. The listing also notes that 60 button stickers are included, to label what each switch does.

Three lighting modes

Each channel can be set to one of three modes, according to the brand:

• Toggle (constant light): on until you press it again.
• Momentary (ignition power): on only while the button is held.
• Pulsed (strobe): the connected light flashes.

Auxbeam notes that the panel can change the light colour and modes, so you can control devices without extra switches.

RGB backlight and auto-dimming

The backlight is RGB, so you can pick a colour to match the dash. The listing describes an auto-sensing dimming function, which keeps the brightness comfortable as the light around you changes.

Electrical limits

The listing gives these figures:

• Working voltage: DC 12-24V
• Maximum current: 60A
• Maximum power at 12V: 720W
• Maximum power at 24V: 1,200W
• Operating temperature: -40°F to +221°F (about -40°C to 105°C)
• Water resistance: IP65

IP65 generally means dust-tight and protected against water jets. The power figures are the key numbers to check: add up the wattage of the devices you plan to connect, and compare the total with the limit for your voltage.

Size and design

Auxbeam calls the panel 5 inches (or 5.3 inches in another line of the listing) wide, with 1-inch buttons. The listed package size is 13.0 x 8.7 x 4.3 inches (about 33 x 22 x 11 cm). The design has angular edges and a rugged look, inspired by off-road styling, according to the brand. The larger buttons make it easier to use with gloves or on bumpy trails.

Who it suits

It suits drivers who run a lot of accessories and want large, clearly labelled controls. A big panel needs more space than a slim model, so it fits best on a roomy dash, console or overhead panel.

What to check before you buy

• Space: measure the mounting area for a panel of about 5 inches wide.
• Load: compare the combined power of your devices against the 720W (12V) or 1,200W (24V) limit.
• Wiring: plan wire gauge, fusing and runs from the battery, and follow the manual.
• Labels: decide which accessory goes on which button before you stick on the labels.
• Extras: confirm what the kit includes before you plan the install.

The short version

• An eight-switch, 12-24V panel with large 1-inch buttons.
• Toggle, momentary and pulsed modes, plus an RGB backlight with auto-dimming.
• Rated at 60A, with 720W at 12V and 1,200W at 24V, per Auxbeam.
• IP65 water resistance and a -40°F to +221°F operating range.
• Includes 60 button stickers; check the space and electrical load first.

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