Product details

Key Features

Mount your 12V accessories cleanly without cutting into panels with the 4x4LAB Single Socket Surface Mount Housing.

Designed for 28mm sockets and switches, it’s perfect for 4WDs, caravans, boats and off-grid setups, letting you install cigarette sockets, USB chargers, voltmeters or switches anywhere with a tidy, professional finish.

Ideal where space behind panels is limited, this compact housing makes surface mounting simple across dashboards, drawers, canopies and interior trim.

  • Surface mount housing – no need for recessed panel space behind installs
  • Designed for 28mm panel mount sockets and switches
  • Compatible with a wide range of 12V and 24V accessories
  • Durable heavy-duty nylon construction
  • Compact design ideal for dashboards, drawers and canopy panels
  • Allows clean, professional installs in visible areas
  • Suitable for automotive, marine and off-grid applications
  • Works with all 4x4LAB 12V socket products
  • Ideal for custom touring builds and electrical setups
  • Black finish to match most interiors and fit-outs
Compatibility

Designed to suit standard 28mm panel mount accessories, including:

  • 12V cigarette sockets
  • USB-C and USB charging sockets
  • Dual USB chargers
  • Merit / Engel sockets
  • Voltmeter and ammeter gauges
  • Panel mount switches
  • Any 28mm threaded accessory
Dimensions & Specifications

Specifications:

  • Material: Heavy-duty nylon
  • Mount type: Surface mount
  • Colour: Black

Dimensions:

  • 28mm panel mount sockets
Installation

Simple surface mount installation with basic tools required.

  1. Insert your 28mm socket or accessory through the front opening
  2. Secure it in place using the socket’s locking nut
  3. Position the housing on your desired surface
  4. Fix in place using the supplied mounting screws

Suitable mounting locations include dashboards, drawer systems, canopy panels, caravan interiors and boat consoles.

Fitment & Use Notes
  • Only compatible with standard 28mm panel mount accessories
  • Ensure sufficient clearance for wiring behind the mounting surface
  • Always confirm the housing is securely mounted before use

Every setup is different depending on vehicle, layout and wiring, so final installation and use remains the responsibility of the owner

What's Included
  • 1 Γ— 4x4LAB Surface Mount Housing for 28mm Accessories
  • 2 Γ— Black mounting screws

Built in the wild. Refined in the lab.

Every 4x4LAB product starts where it matters most – out on real tracks, real rigs and real trips. We test, refine and rebuild until it’s tough enough for harsh Aussie conditions and simple enough to trust anywhere.

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

Where are your products made?

4X4LAB is proudly Australian owned and operated. Many of our products are designed, tested and/or made in Australia, while selected accessories are sourced from trusted overseas partners. Every product we sell is chosen for quality, reliability and real-world use.

Do you ship worldwide?

Absolutely we do! Please check our Shipping & Delivery page for more info on international shipping timeframes and rates.

Can I install this myself or do I need a professional?

Most of our customers find it easy to install our gear themselves. We work to make all of our products simple, intuitive, and with easy to navigate installation and fitment instructions. Need help? Get in touch, we'd be happy to help.

Will these products actually hold up on rough tracks?

Yep, and that’s exactly what it’s built for. Our gear is tested on corrugations, heat and long-distance trips, not just in ideal conditions. If it can’t handle that, we don’t sell it.

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