Stainless 2-Pin Socket with Cable (12/24V Marine Connector)

This two-pin marine electrical socket is specifically designed to provide a safe, durable, and quick connection point for portable electrical devices to your boat’s power system. It’s made entirely of stainless steel, which gives it exceptional durability in the marine environment – it won’t rust or degrade even if mounted on deck, exposed to salt spray. This makes it suitable for deck installation – for example, on a cockpit console, rail, or near where portable equipment (lights, pumps, etc.) will be used.

Construction & Cable: The socket is two-pole, meaning it has two electrical contacts (positive and negative) capable of carrying substantial current (typically up to 10 or 15 amps, enough for a powerful spotlight or small pump). The internal pins are crafted from brass or bronze with an anti-oxidation coating to ensure a good electrical connection with minimal resistance. Attached to the back of the socket is a factory-fitted flexible cable with insulation that’s oil-resistant and marine-grade. The cable comes in two length options – 0.65 m (for installations where a fuse panel or junction box is nearby) and 1.4 m (to reach a more distant power source or battery). This pre-wiring saves time – the installer simply connects the free ends of this cable to the boat’s power (e.g., to a 15A fused +12V feed and ground) without needing to solder or assemble pins in the confined space behind the socket.

Installation: It fits through a circular hole – the typical outer diameter of the visible flange is around 30–40 mm, and the socket body inserts into a cutout of ~20–25 mm (depending on the model). It secures with one or two small screws (stainless, included) that hold the flange against the surface. Once mounted, from the front you only see a neat stainless round plate with a cap. The protective cap is either threaded or hinged – when the socket is not in use, it seals the opening tightly, shielding the contacts from water, dirt, and physical damage. Many designs feature an O-ring or rubber gasket on the cap, achieving a watertight closure (important for heavy deck spray or when washing down the boat).

Usage: This type of connector is ideal for quickly powering devices such as: portable deck spotlight, submersible pump (e.g., for deck wash or bait tank), searchlight, fan or air pump, 12V charger for gear, etc. Instead of hard-wiring such devices or opening panels to clip onto terminals, with this socket you simply plug the device’s matching connector in. The socket provides a secure connection – the two pins form a stable electrical contact that won’t shake loose with vibration or movement, unlike a standard cigarette lighter socket (which can wiggle out). Also, because it’s a two-wire system, it doesn’t rely on the boat’s chassis for ground – both positive and negative run through it, eliminating any potential galvanic issues or noise.

Example Scenarios:

• Spotlight: Mount a socket near the bow or flybridge – when you need a handheld searchlight, just plug it in there and illuminate overboard. Afterwards, unplug and stow the light, and the socket’s cap keeps it sealed.
• Emergency pump: In a flooding situation, if you have a portable bilge pump with the proper plug, you can quickly power it from the nearest socket (say in the bilge or engine room) without running leads all the way to the battery.
• Accessory power: Some use these connectors for solar panels (portable) – when the panel is deployed, plug it in to charge the batteries; when not needed, the socket stays capped and protected.
• Trailer/External gear: If your boat interacts with a trailer or other 12V systems, this connector can act as a standard port for providing power (like a bulkhead power outlet, but marine-grade).

Compatibility: This kit includes only the female side (socket with cable). To make use of it, it’s recommended your device has the corresponding male plug (also stainless or brass, matching this pattern). Many marine spotlights are sold with such plugs – for example, models 01281/01285 (mentioned earlier) might be compatible. If not, plugs are available separately. The socket handles both 12V and 24V with ease (there’s no electronics inside, just metal contacts), so it works with systems up to 24 volts. Max current should be observed based on the cable gauge and pin size – typically 10A continuous is safe, up to 15A for short periods. This covers most use cases (spotlight ~8A, pump ~10A, etc.).

With this stainless socket & cable assembly, you’ll have a professional solution for powering any portable gear on your boat. Much like on larger yachts, you’ll have dedicated outlets that make using equipment quick, tidy, and safe. No more dangling bare wires or unreliable clips – just screw the cap on when not in use, and everything stays protected and ready for the next time you need to plug something in.