sPOD BantamX Add-On Module | 8-Circuit Expansion | 36-Inch Cables | Universal | SKU BXUNI36ADD
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⚠️ Add-On Module — Requires Existing sPOD BantamX System + Controller
This is a second BantamX power module that daisy-chains to an existing BantamX via the second RJ45 controller port — expanding your system from 8 to 16 circuits. It is NOT a standalone system and it is NOT a switch panel. A controller — HD panel, touchscreen, or sPOD app — must be connected to the primary BantamX for the add-on to function. The add-on module has no independent operation capability.
The sPOD BantamX Add-On (SKU BXUNI36ADD) is the universal 8-circuit expansion module for existing sPOD BantamX systems with 36-inch battery cables — for compact engine bays, UTV builds, and near-battery mounting positions. Connects to the second RJ45 port on your existing BantamX. Adds 8 fully programmable 30A circuits, its own 16-position terminal block, its own LVCO and MOSFET protection, and its own 36-inch battery cable set. Up to 4 BantamX units can be daisy-chained for up to 32 total circuits controlled by one touchscreen.
If your add-on module will mount more than 3 feet from the battery, order BXUNI84ADD (84-inch cables) instead.
Component Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU / Part Number | BXUNI36ADD |
| Brand | sPOD |
| Product Line | BantamX Add-On Module — Universal |
| Type | Add-on power module — NOT a switch panel, NOT a standalone system |
| Required System | Existing sPOD BantamX system with available RJ45 controller port |
| Required Controller | At least one sPOD controller (HD panel, touchscreen, or app) must be connected |
| Number of Circuits | 8 — independently switched |
| Single Circuit Capacity | 30A at 12.5V DC |
| Total System Capacity | 100A |
| System Protection Fuse | 100A in-line fuse |
| System Circuit Breaker | 50A auto-resetting |
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC or 24V DC |
| Control Technology | Current-sensing MOSFETs via microprocessor — no fuses, no relays |
| Fault Protection | Failsafe self-healing circuits; overheating, over-current, short, reverse polarity, field collapse |
| Low Voltage Cutoff (LVCO) | Disconnects at 11.6V (2-min delay); requires 12.8V to reinitialize |
| LVCO Fuse | One ATM mini-style fuse for LVCO protection and reset |
| LVCO Override | Optional override available |
| Controller Ports | 2 RJ45 ports — connects to primary BantamX via one port; second port for further expansion |
| Terminal Block | 16-position terminal block |
| Input Terminal Block | 8-position input terminal block for controlling outputs |
| Ignition Control | Optional ignition control and safety lockout for circuits 1 and 2 |
| Expandability | Up to 4 BantamX units daisy-chainable — up to 32 total circuits controlled by one touchscreen |
| Bluetooth | Built-in sPODConnect — controlled via free sPOD Mobile App (iOS and Android) |
| Software Updates | On-demand wireless OTA updates |
| Battery Cable Length | 36 inches |
| Battery Cables | Hi-strand crosslinked copper wire, silicone jacket, nylon braid |
| Shipping Weight | 5.0 lbs |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Warranty | 5-year manufacturer warranty |
| Sold As | Each — module only |
What Is and Is NOT Included
| Item | Included |
|---|---|
| BantamX add-on power module | ✓ |
| 36-inch battery cable set | ✓ |
| All required installation hardware | ✓ |
| Switch panel (HD, Mini6, touchscreen) | ✗ NOT included — existing controller required |
| Primary BantamX system | ✗ NOT included — existing system required |
36-Inch vs. 84-Inch — Choose Before Ordering
| Cable Length | SKU | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 36 inches — BXUNI36ADD (this listing) | Module mounting within 3 feet of battery — UTV engine bays, compact setups, near-battery positions | |
| 84 inches — BXUNI84ADD | Module mounting more than 3 feet from battery — full-size trucks, van builds, remote mounting locations |
Measure the routing path from the battery to the planned add-on module location before ordering. If it exceeds 3 feet, order BXUNI84ADD.
How the BantamX Daisy-Chain Works
| Units | Total Circuits | Controller Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 primary BantamX | 8 | 1 HD panel, touchscreen, or app |
| 1 primary + 1 add-on (this listing) | 16 | Same primary controller manages all |
| 1 primary + 2 add-ons | 24 | Same primary controller manages all |
| 1 primary + 3 add-ons | 32 — system maximum | Same primary controller manages all |
Each add-on connects to the previous unit's second RJ45 port. The primary BantamX's controller manages all circuits across all chained units. No additional switch panels or cab cable runs required for add-on units.
Critical Compatibility
| Configuration | Notes |
|---|---|
| Existing sPOD BantamX system with available RJ45 port | Required — add-on connects to the second RJ45 controller port on the primary BantamX |
| No controller connected | System will not function. At least one sPOD controller must be connected to the primary BantamX. |
| Module mounting more than 3 feet from battery | Order BXUNI84ADD (84-inch cables) instead |
| More than 3 add-ons (more than 32 total circuits) | 32-circuit maximum — 4 BantamX units total including primary |
| sPOD SourceLT systems | Not compatible — SourceLT does not support BantamX add-on expansion |
| Winches and high-draw recovery motors | 30A max per circuit. Wire winches direct to battery through a dedicated relay. |
| Any accessory requiring more than 30A per circuit | 30A hard ceiling per circuit. High-draw devices require direct battery wiring outside this system. |
Common Questions
My primary BantamX is full at 8 circuits. Can this get me to 16? Yes — if your primary BantamX has an available second RJ45 controller port. Connect this add-on module to that port. Your existing controller manages all 16 circuits. No additional switch panel or cab cable run required.
Do I need a new switch panel for the add-on circuits? No. The existing controller on the primary BantamX manages all circuits across all chained modules. If you want a dedicated second panel for specific add-on circuits, you can connect one to the add-on module's second RJ45 port — but it is optional, not required.
How do I confirm 36-inch cables are sufficient? Measure the actual routing path from the battery to the planned add-on module location. If the path exceeds 3 feet, order BXUNI84ADD. Insufficient cable length mid-install requires a return.
How many add-on units can I chain? Up to 3 add-on units (4 BantamX modules total including the primary) for a maximum of 32 circuits, all controlled by one touchscreen.
The Obsidian Take
The BantamX Add-On (BXUNI36ADD) is for the builder who has outgrown 8 circuits and needs more — in a compact mounting configuration where the module sits close to the battery. Same expansion capability as the 84-inch version, shorter cable for tight engine bays, UTV builds, and near-battery positions.
Confirm your primary BantamX has an available RJ45 port. Confirm your planned module location is within 3 feet of the battery — if not, order BXUNI84ADD. Those two checks are everything that stands between you and a clean circuit expansion.
Non-Returnable Notice: Electrical systems that have been powered and connected to a vehicle are non-returnable. Inspect the kit and confirm fitment before connecting to the battery.
Manufacturer Data Disclaimer: Specifications sourced from sPOD manufacturer documentation. Obsidian Forged Auto Supply is an authorized sPOD dealer. Verify compatibility with your specific BantamX system before ordering. Manufacturer specifications are subject to change without notice.