Help identifying this power source?

UrbanEscape505 · Jun 10, 2019

We purchased a used overland camper, and it has an odd power set up. I figure if I can Identify and purchase the adapters I can add lighting and other accessories to the trailer. It says it is made in Germany on it, but other than that I am at a loss. Any ideas?

john61ct · Jun 10, 2019

12V Hella, bog standard "Euro-style DIN"

much better design than those awful ciggie ports

aka BMW style, Merit plugs

Powerlet is a big vendor

The tech spec is ISO 4165

john61ct · Jun 10, 2019

Still pretty low-current rated, check the datasheets.

For bigger currents I standardize on Anderson - powerpole connectors for up to 45A, SB-xx for higher.

For ciggie plug compatibility make up pigtail adapters, or install the Blue Sea twistlock version.

UrbanEscape505 · Jun 10, 2019

Thank you!

4xdog · Jun 10, 2019

+1 with john61ct's info.

Susquehanna Motorsports has access to the full Hella (US) catalog, and they have a number of Hella plug options on their site.

Sockets:

https://www.rallylights.com/hl80124-socket-2-pole-surface-mount-iso-4165.html

https://www.rallylights.com/hl94601-socket-iso-4165-rubber-cover.html

https://www.rallylights.com/hl94603-bmw-accessory-socket-iso-4165.html

https://www.rallylights.com/hl94600-socket-iso-4165-hinged-cover.html

Plugs:

https://www.rallylights.com/hl58903-iso-4165-accessory-plug.html

https://www.rallylights.com/hl87135-economy-universal-plug-fits-iso-4165-and-cigar-lighter.html