{"product_id":"flex-12v-automatic-changeover-switch","title":"Flex 12V Automatic Changeover Switch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShort Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Flex 12V Automatic Changeover Switch keeps a 12V fridge running without you touching a thing. While campsite power is connected it takes priority, and when that is unplugged the unit falls back to your 12V battery. It carries a 10A internal fuse and comes with pre-wired leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fridge that stops when you unplug from campsite power, or one that drains the battery while you are plugged in, spoils both food and plans. This changeover unit makes the swap for you, giving the mains-fed supply priority and going back to the battery when needed. Nobody has to remember to flip a switch when you pack up and leave.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic priority switching\u003c\/strong\u003e – uses the mains-fed supply whenever it is present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery backup mode\u003c\/strong\u003e – falls back to the 12V battery when the mains-fed supply is unplugged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery protection\u003c\/strong\u003e – avoids drawing on the battery while you are on campsite power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10A internal fuse\u003c\/strong\u003e – a built-in, replaceable fuse for protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-wired leads\u003c\/strong\u003e – input and output leads are already attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInline installation\u003c\/strong\u003e – made to go in line with your existing 12V fridge wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12V camping fridge owners\u003c\/strong\u003e who move between campsite power and the battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-battery system users\u003c\/strong\u003e who want the auxiliary battery spared while on mains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaravan and camper conversion owners\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for hands-off switching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4x4 overlanders and trailer owners\u003c\/strong\u003e running off-grid setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLocal Support from 4Matt Campers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk the 4Matt Campers team about wiring options for your fridge setup anywhere in \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e; we can help you match the unit to your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e FACO10A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V DC (auxiliary battery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regulated 12V output, mains-fed supply given priority over battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuse rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10A (internal, replaceable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully automatic, no manual switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V systems only (not compatible with 24V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlex 12V automatic changeover unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-wired input and output leads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 10A fuse (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOptional Fitment \/ Upgrade Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet the wiring right before anything is connected:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis unit is for 12V systems only and is not compatible with 24V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not connect 220V AC directly to the changeover switch. Ask us how the mains side should be supplied, and have a qualified auto-electrician do the wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare your fridge current draw with the 10A internal fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork out where it will mount in your vehicle, caravan or power compartment before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep your fridge running with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/camping-fridges\"\u003ecamping fridge\u003c\/a\u003e, add wiring parts from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/electrical-accessories\"\u003eelectrical accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, and see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flex-adventures\"\u003eFlex Adventures range\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solar-panels\"\u003esolar panels\u003c\/a\u003e for off-grid extras.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the changeover switch do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt automatically feeds your 12V fridge from the mains-fed supply when that is connected, and reverts to the 12V battery when it is unplugged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a 24V system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is not compatible with 24V systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fuse does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10A internal fuse, which is replaceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect mains power straight to it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Do not connect 220V AC directly to the changeover switch. Have a qualified auto-electrician fit it, and ask us how the mains side should be supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to switch anything by hand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it operates fully automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49212649668793,"sku":"FACO10A","price":845.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/4587\/6409\/files\/Auto_Switch_1.png?v=1790004998","url":"https:\/\/www.4mattcampers.co.za\/products\/flex-12v-automatic-changeover-switch","provider":"4Matt Campers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}