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Anderson Powerpole connector

Solar and 12 V systems, ham radio, battery chargers and forklifts. The same housing takes 15, 30 or 45 A contacts.

Connector
Anderson Powerpole
power connector · wire-to-wire
Pitch
—
Per contact
15–45 A
Contacts
1–2
Anderson Powerpole
Anderson Powerpole

Specifications

Current per contact15–45 A
Voltage600 V
WireAWG 20–10
Latchno, held by friction
Matingwire-to-wire
MakerAnderson Power Products
Housing1327
ContactPP15 · PP30 · PP45

Lookalikes and how to tell them apart

Genderless: two identical housings mate with each other, and they slide together sideways into blocks. Housing colours mark polarity.

ConnectorPitchLatchPer contact
Anderson Powerpole—no, held by friction15–45 A
XT90—no, held by friction45 A
XT60—no, held by friction30–35 A

Before you plug it in

The current rating is a maximum per contact, at the wire size the maker states. With thinner wire, or with every contact carrying current, stay well below it.

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Frequently asked questions

How much current can a Anderson Powerpole connector carry?

15–45 A per contact, at up to 600 V, according to Anderson Power Products.

Figures from the makers’ catalogues and datasheets. Ratings are maxima: derate for thin wire and for many loaded contacts.