9
Device Features
The Power Badger was carefully engineered to be rugged and long lasting. We want the owners of the Power
Badger to know that their unit is well built. We assemble every unit right here in North Carolina, USA, using no-
compromise, high quality components that (in many cases) were engineered and produced specifically and
exclusively for the patent pending Power Badger product. The Power Badger has been extensively tested for
functionality and durability down to -50°F / -45°C.
Here we list some of the features and details of the product that may not be readily apparent at first glance:
1).
Mounting Screws: the 6 rear mounting screws are made of high quality stainless steel
2).
Temperature Sensor: clad in stainless steel and uses premium silicone wire (for flexibility in extreme cold)
3).
Sensor Strainer: the grey strainer that contains the temperature sensor is made of a special low temperature
plastic that resists shattering in the extreme cold. The strainer is grey in color to reduce the effect that direct sunlight
may have on the temperature reading at the sensor.
4).
Circuit Board: has a special coating on selected surfaces to resist damage from internal water intrusion and
condensation
5).
Cords: both the (15 amp rated) input and output cords use specially formulated low-temperature rubber sheathing
for maximum flexibility in extreme cold conditions.
6).
Front Membrane: uses a very thick and durable Lexan substrate and 3M’s latest and best VHB industrial adhesive.
These premium materials coupled with the stainless rivet nails that hold down the corners of the front membrane offer
the best durability and low-temperature functionality available.
7).
Enclosure: made of a special low-temperature poly blend plastic with fiber additive, engineered to be rugged in
extreme low temperatures. The enclosure also features reinforced “feet” cast into the mold that allows the bottom of
the unit to stand off the ground slightly, helping to reduce water intrusion. These feet also have holes cast through
them to allow permanent mounting of the unit on a wall or a vehicle.
8).
Rear Cover Gasket: a form-fitting gasket seals the aluminum rear cover to the enclosure for water resistance.
9).
LED Display: the Badger’s specially designed low-temperature LED display will look just as bright at -50°F / -45°C
as it does at room temperature. The unit is programmed to save power and extend the life of the LED’s and display by
dimming after 10 seconds of no keys being pressed.
10).
Strainers: all through-holes in the enclosure (for cord and sensors) use weather-tight strainers featuring an
internal clamping mechanism (on their respective cord) and an external rubber gasket to seal out moisture.
11).
Fuse and Battery Holders: the internally mounted battery and fuse holders are specially designed to retain their
respective parts through hard external impact situations.
12).
Development and Testing: after many revisions to increase durability and reliability; the final electronic
hardware and firmware versions were mercilessly tested at sub-zero temperatures through 10,000+ resets, power
interruptions and physical abuse to assure flawless electronic performance during the harshest of conditions.
13).
Internal Transformer: (inside the unit) is designed to be as low-profile as possible with many attaching points to
the board, so this important (and relatively heavy) component does not come off the board during very rough handling
at cold temperatures.
14).
Rear Cover: made of thick, high quality laser cut aluminum that has been specially coated and laser etched for
durability and longevity.
