The unique marine shore power connection system
The SmartPlug is a revolutionary shore power system designed to provide greater protection against loose connections and corrosion – the leading causes of shore power failure and fires.
The marine range includes inlets, couplers and shorepower cord sets. The shorepower inlets are available in both stainless steel and non-metallic finishes, 30A and 50A; with matching shorepower cord sets up to 15m.
For those wishing to change an existing shorepower set to the SmartPlug system there are also 30A and 50A couplers available with straightforward video instructions (see below) on how to change them.
What makes SmartPlug different to traditional shore power connector?
- 20x more electrical contact than the old twist type connector
- Multi-point locking system
- Solid sleeve connection
- Triple weatherproof seals
Legacy design not designed for today's electrical loads
Contrary to popular belief, the #1 cause of shore power failure and fires is not electrical shorting, but rather overheating caused by poor electrical conductivity.
The problem with the original system:
The shape of electrical pins allows for very little contact area, and the pins themselves are also largely responsible for bearing any physical stress placed on the cord (from constant movement of the boat, someone tripping on the cord, etc.). This results in the pins working loose, further lessening the precious little contact area they had to begin with.
Furthermore, such loose connections allow for moisture intrusion and ultimately corrosion of the pins. Arcing occurs and the connection heats up, scorches, and in some cases, catches fire. Because the current draw is unchanged, all of this happens long before a breaker or a GFCI can cut the power. Additionally, the old design can be very difficult to use in low light or hard-to-reach scenarios since the "L'.' shaped pin must first be located and then oriented before connection.
The Solution – SmartPlug has over 20 times more metal contact
This is also safer as the increased amount of metal contact eliminates overheating
Safe, Simple and secure
No twisting! Self cleaning push-in design.
30 Amp plug features
LED Power Indicator
Two blue LEDs illuminate to indicate an active power source.
Locking feature
Dual locking side levers snap into sides of inlet housing.
Connector body shape
Sleeve design fits snugly within inlet, removing all tension from pins & clips.
Weatherproof
Face gasket seals against inlet sleeve to eliminate dirt & moisture exposure on electrical pins.
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