pepe63xnotuse Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hi all.. I'm on the look out for a decent,sturdy,weatherproof 12v external socket(&plug) to fit under the rear end of my vehicle..but all that I seem to really come across are the cigar lighter type,which are a bit flimsy and fragile for what I'm after... Does anyone know of anything? (..It'll be used as part of the "closed loop" function of the alarm system..the existing trailer type socket is tucked way to far under the vehicle,to get to be conveniently). Thanks Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hi Chris, Have a look at these XLR connectors from Maplin. They're neat and they latch in so will not accidentally fall out and Maplin claim IP65 waterproofing so may need some degree of protection. I use the none waterproof versions for all my 12V power supplies as they're rated far higher than cigar lighter type plugs. Alternatively try Googling something like "waterproof electrical connectors". HTH, Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryW Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 last time I needed one it was to power an external water pump and I found a good two pin socket with waterproof cover/cap in my local caravan accessory shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 Thanks for the replies.. I'll pop into our local Maplins at the weekend and have a look.. I've had a look in our local caravan/Mh spares place but they only really have quite "light-duty" stuff...and what I'm after will be out in the elements and getting some hammer,under the van.. Thanks again. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flicka Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hi pepeIP65 rating should be OK & I think you may struggle to get better.CENELEC IP rating6 = Dust Tight & 5 = Protected against water jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brambles Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Look for waterproof boat connectors or waterproof marine connectors on google shopping and you might find something more robust. e.g link edit - boat chandlers seem to be the place to go for decent waterproof connectors and a reasonable price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted January 29, 2011 Author Share Posted January 29, 2011 Once again,thanks for input... ..I've been into our Maplins and they've got nothing there(..made worse by having to deal with a "saturday lad",who hadn't got a clue... *-) ) Those fiiting on the chandlers' site look the bees knees tho'! ..that seems to be the way to got...;-) Thanks Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryW Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 As you would suspect military equipment uses connectors designed for most environments. The link below is just one source for such connectors. Most are water tight and screw caps are available for when not in use. The only thing to watch out for is the method of connecting the wire, most are designed to be crimped others will be solder connection. You will need a fixed connector with cap for the bulkhead and a 'free' connector for the cable and that should be water tight where the cable enters. http://www.thexmod.com/search_results.asp?search=connectors&Submit3=Search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brambles Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 You will also get similar on CPC site and is a bit cheaper. link is just a starting point - you can do the browzing but there is a lot of choices from various sources. link to cpc Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnP Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 If you are extending a sockets cable on the Strike-back alarm it may be best to have a word with Van-bitz first. I think that cable lengths are calculated into the system to help prevent tampering and by-passing the various sensors. However I may be wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted January 31, 2011 Author Share Posted January 31, 2011 I suppose that is something I should ask them,just in case.. ;-) ..although all I intended to do was,using their existing "loop cable", leave the socket perminently connected(cable tied/waxoiled)and fit a new socket 2ft down the length,in an easier-to-get-at position...so the cable *lengths* would be the same(ish).... Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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