Choosing the right RC accessory isn't always as simple as picking the largest or the most expensive part. The real question is what your model needs: do you want to control extra gear from your transmitter, replace or add a physical switch with a charge port, or protect wiring from wear against sharp edges? The four Apex RC Products accessories here range from USD 6.99 to USD 12.99 and break into three jobs: remote electronic switching, physical on/off switches with charging ports, and servo wire protection.
Quick take
If you want remote control of lights, smoke, bomb drops, or canopies from a spare channel, go with the AUX Channel On/Off Switch #9025 for USD 11.99. If Futaba-style connectors are what your model uses, the #1057 two-pack with charge ports costs USD 10.99. If JR-style connectors are your standard, the #1061 two-pack adds an LED indicator and costs USD 12.99. If frayed wires against carbon fiber are the real problem, the 10-foot wire wrap kit #4003 is USD 6.99.
Listed price comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| Apex RC Products RC Remote Electronic AUX Channel On/Off Switch #9025 | USD 11.99 | |
| Apex RC Products Futaba Style HD On/Off Switch W/ Charge Port - 2 Pack #1057 | USD 10.99 | |
| Apex RC Products JR Style HD On/Off Switches W/LED +Charge Port 2 Pack #1061 | USD 12.99 | |
| Apex RC Products 10' 6mm Red Braided Servo Wire Wrap Kit #4003 | USD 6.99 |
Decision matrix
| Your setup or need | Recommended pick |
|---|---|
| Need to trigger accessories from the transmitter using a spare channel | Apex RC Products RC Remote Electronic AUX Channel On/Off Switch #9025 |
| Futaba-style connectors; want two switches with charge jacks | Apex RC Products Futaba Style HD On/Off Switch W/ Charge Port - 2 Pack #1057 |
| JR-style connectors; want LED power status and charge jacks | Apex RC Products JR Style HD On/Off Switches W/LED +Charge Port 2 Pack #1061 |
| Need to protect servo, ESC, or electronics wires from sharp edges | Apex RC Products 10' 6mm Red Braided Servo Wire Wrap Kit #4003 |
Product notes
Apex RC Products RC Remote Electronic AUX Channel On/Off Switch #9025
This compact electronic switch is the one to grab when you want to control add-on gear from your transmitter. At 7 grams and 30x13x3mm, it's light enough for small builds, and it works with any spare channel to turn lights, smoke systems, bomb drops, or plane canopies on and off without bench-side setup. Installation is inline: plug it between the receiver channel and the item you want to control, then set the channel throw to ±100%. The limitation is that it needs a free channel; if every channel is already used, you'll have to free one up before this switch can do its job.
Apex RC Products Futaba Style HD On/Off Switch W/ Charge Port - 2 Pack #1057
If your radio and battery leads use Futaba-style connectors, this two-pack gives you two heavy-duty switches. Each switch has an easy charging jack on the face, so you can charge the battery without unplugging it to reach the battery connector. The sliding door covers the jack when it's not in use, which helps keep dirt out of the charge port. The package includes two switches, which makes this an economical choice if you need spares or a second model. The limitation is connector compatibility: the pack is built for Futaba-style connectors, so it won't be the right fit for a JR-style receiver setup.
Apex RC Products JR Style HD On/Off Switches W/LED +Charge Port 2 Pack #1061
This two-pack adds a super bright LED to show whether the switch is on or off, which is handy when you're troubleshooting a dead battery or checking power state at a glance. It also includes an easy charging jack and a sliding door over the jack, just like the Futaba-style pack, but with JR-style connectors. The limitation is that it's tied to JR-style connectors; if your model is built around Futaba-style plugs, choose the #1057 pack instead.
Apex RC Products 10' 6mm Red Braided Servo Wire Wrap Kit #4003
This wire wrap kit protects servo, ESC, and electronics wires from fraying against carbon fiber and other sharp objects. The 10-foot length is enough for about 10 servos, and the kit includes 2 feet of shrink tubing to finish the ends. The install steps are straightforward: cut the wrap, slide it over the lead, add short pieces of shrink tubing on both ends, and heat them with a heat gun or hair dryer. Its limitation is scope: it only protects wires, so it won't turn anything on remotely or provide a switch/charge port.
Final recommendation by use case
Match the part to the job rather than shopping by price alone. For remote-triggered accessories, the AUX Channel On/Off Switch #9025 is the only option here that turns gear on and off from the transmitter, and it works with any spare channel. For a Futaba-style receiver, the #1057 two-pack gives you two switches with charging jacks. For JR-style connectors with a visible power indicator, the #1061 two-pack covers that with LED status. And if your carbon-fiber frame is chewing up servo leads, the 10-foot wire wrap kit #4003 is the protective fix. Pick according to connector type and the job at hand, and you'll end up with the right Apex accessory for your build.
