Choosing between a 12-way and a 6-way blade fuse box for your vehicle's auxiliary power distribution comes down to how many circuits you plan to run and how much you're willing to pay for the block itself.
Quick Verdict
If you have up to six auxiliary circuits and want a straightforward block with six fused outputs and a shared ground return, the 6-way car boot power distribution panel gets the job done. If you need more expansion room and want burnt-fuse indicators on each circuit, the 12-way blade fuse box with LED indicators gives you double the fuse positions in a similar DC-rated system.
Price Comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Way Blade Fuse Box Block Holder w/ LED 12V Car Boat Power Distribution Panel | USD 22.99 | |
| 6 Way Car Boot Power Distribution 12-24V Blade Fuse Holder Box Block Panel Board | USD 6.95 |
Where Each Product Wins
- More fuse positions: the 12-way block holds up to twelve ATC/ATO/ATF fuses.
- Fuse status visibility: the 12-way includes red LED burnout indicators per circuit.
- Lower listed price: the 6-way distributes power to six circuits for less.
- Grounding convenience: the 6-way has one ground input and six ground outputs.
- Short-circuit protection: the 6-way includes AC output short-circuit protection.
- Shared capability: both accept up to 30A per circuit and are designed for input ratings around 100A, so that doesn't separate them.
Product Notes
12 Way Blade Fuse Box Block Holder w/ LED 12V Car Boat Power Distribution Panel
This 12-way block is a strong pick when you want room for a dozen fused circuits in one panel. A red LED next to each fuse lights when the fuse burns out, so you can spot a failed circuit without pulling every fuse. The waterproof, durable housing protects standard ATC/ATO/ATF blade fuses up to 30A per circuit. Its input is rated for 100A at 32V, with input wire sized for #4-6 AWG. The trade-off is the higher listed price and the fact that you may be paying for more fuse positions than a small accessory setup needs. If your install is simple, those extra slots may just sit empty.
6 Way Car Boot Power Distribution 12-24V Blade Fuse Holder Box Block Panel Board
If you need six fused circuits and a lower-priced way to clean up in-line fuses, this 6-way panel is worth a close look. It includes one negative ground input and six ground outputs for grounding multiple devices, and dual positive inputs can carry up to 100A across the block. Stainless steel screws and AC output short-circuit protection add extra safeguards. It accepts ATC/ATO/ATF fuses up to 30A per circuit. The main limitation is the six-circuit capacity: if you later add more accessories, you'll need another block or a larger panel. The listed price is lower than the 12-way, which makes it an appealing starting point for a modest build.
Final Choice by Use Case
For a build with many auxiliary circuits and LED fuse status monitoring, go with the 12-way blade fuse box. For a straightforward six-circuit install where you want to keep the price down, the 6-way car boot power distribution panel is the simpler option.
