Fridge Connection

[z1ts]

OK - having blown up my little 8l fridge (more of a cooler than a fridge in fairness) by plugging the doodah on the back of it with reverse polarity (no sniggering this time @TallPaul_S ...) I find myself questioning the connection I'm using.

I've plunked for a slightly larger Halfords version which inevitably has come with a 'fag-lighter' plug - which in its purest form is OK as I have a 'fag-lighter' socket on my EcoFlow and also in the dash of the vehicle itself.

Now my gripe with those is that they a) work loose when travelling b) are prone to becoming warm - which indicates to me a loose/poor connection and c) they just generally seem a bit 'last-century'!!

I have space, access and the ability to add another socket or sockets in the rear of the driver's seat (passenger has 240v and USB's) - so rather than bunging in another 'fag-lighter' type socket, what would you recommend?

I'm thinking of a CBE type frame and socket if anyone has any recommendations.

Thanks in advance

 

[TallPaul_S]

If you want a nice, secure, flush mounted socket then the Anderson power pole connector is perfect. You might be able to get one to fit into a round usb style cbe blank.

Anderson Powerpole Panel Mount | LCM 4x4

Panel mount for Anderson Powerpole connectors, allowing you to flush mount them for neat installations.

lcm4x4.co.uk

https://amzn.eu/d/bPIgWLm

Search for Anderson power pole and there's a huge choice.

These are the connectors

Anderson PP15/30/45 Powerpole Connector Housing (1.5 - 6.0mm² cable)

Anderson PP15/30/45 Powerpole connectors for quick & easy connection of cables. Modular housings interlock & can be 'keyed' to prevent errors. 6mm2 cable max.

www.12voltplanet.co.uk

 

[TallPaul_S]

The other cheaper option is a Hella plug and socket, these are similar to cigarette lighter sockets but more secure and can handle more amps.

 

[roadtripper]

Second both those suggestions.

One advantage of the Hella type system is a lot of 12v accessories come with a combination plug - if you have a red plastic ring on the front of your cigarette lighter plug you can pop it off and use a Hella type plug.

Plain Hella style plug:



Combined Hella/Cigarette Lighter plug:



Hella style CBE format socket:



Just be aware I've seen the sockets sold rated at 6A and 10A, you'll wanted the higher rated versions.