Best plug and socket system .

[osman]

Am I really going to have to accept that the din plug and socket system is the best system for general 12v plugs and sockets . One of these sockets virtually fell to pieces today as I unplugged a negative wire the actual content of the socket came apart it was so badly made . Anyway I pushed it back together and it works ok but if jiggle it around it will cut in and out …
These plugs and sockets are slightly more refined than the god awful car cigarette system that is basically the only other choice but is this really all there is to choose from .. there isn’t something more grown up more serious more reliable to use ?
I made this little panel for a 12 v in ( solar panel ) and a 12 v out ( fridge or whatever ) and it looks pretty good and functions ok but I’m still not convinced these plugs and sockets can possibly the best thing to use .

Any ideas ?

 

[mmi]

https://www.distrelec.biz/en/cee-plug-selv-2p-5mm-16a-ip34-12vdc-black-schneider-electric-30-310-60-00/p/14210043

https://www.distrelec.biz/en/cee-socket-selv-2p-4mm-16a-ip34-12vdc-black-schneider-electric-30-302-60-00/p/14210142

 

[The_Lad]

Interested in this as I want to wire my fridge into a plug and socket so I can remove it when not being used

 

[n10n]

I used Anderson Powerpoles for mine. They seem to work ok but pins are hard to get crimped just right and not so many flush panel mounts available. If only I had known about the ones @mmi linked, they do look the biz.

This is the panel mount:

4-Way Threaded Panel Mount Housing & Cover for Anderson Powerpole Connector PP | eBay

This threaded panel mount allows you to mount four pairs of Anderson Powerpole PP15, PP30 or PP45 connectors in a variety of places. 1x 4-Way panel mount fitting for Anderson Powerpole connectors. Easy installation - Finger tightening is sufficient in most circumstances.

www.ebay.com

 

[Paynewright]

I’ve used a few Sutars plugs and sockets and they’ve always been good quality. You tend to get better quality items designed for marine applications.

 

[osman]

https://www.distrelec.biz/en/cee-plug-selv-2p-5mm-16a-ip34-12vdc-black-schneider-electric-30-310-60-00/p/14210043

https://www.distrelec.biz/en/cee-socket-selv-2p-4mm-16a-ip34-12vdc-black-schneider-electric-30-302-60-00/p/14210142

These do look very good but seems to be a problem purchasing from the U.K. ?

 

[Grim Reaper]

I’ve just ordered some XT60 female panel sockets to make a 12V outlet for my flagpole lights.
Not arrived yet but they could be a good durable alternative.
￡3.89 24％ Off | 5Pcs XT60E-F Gold/Brass Ni Plated Connector XT60 Female Plug Large Current Plug Socket Panel Mount Fixed for DIY RC Electric Car

￡3.89 24％ Off | 5Pcs XT60E-F Gold/Brass Ni Plated Connector XT60 Female Plug Large Current Plug Socket Panel Mount Fixed for DIY RC Electric Car

star.aliexpress.com

 

[n10n]

SAE panel mount would seem like a relatively robust option - easily available and reasonably priced as well. For example https://www.amazon.co.uk/Weatherproof-Sidewall-Motorcycle-Generator-Chargers/dp/B09S6FM72P