Reefer Plugs - Container Ship Specific
Heavy-duty industrial plugs used to connect refrigerated containers to a container ship's electrical distribution system. Typical units are 32 A, 3-phase, 3P+E connectors rated for 380–440 V AC, with weather-resistant construction for exposed marine service.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Reefer Plugs |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Container Ship Specific |
| Product Reference | 112 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | MENNEKES, PCE, SCAME |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. IEC 60309 pin-and-sleeve configuration |
| 2. Typical 32 A, 3-phase, 3P+E arrangement |
| 3. Weather-resistant housing for marine environments |
| 4. Keyed earth-pin position prevents voltage mismatch |
| 5. Strain relief and secure coupling for flexible reefer cable |
Applications of Reefer Plugs
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Supplying power to refrigerated containers on deck |
| 2. Reefer socket outlets in container holds and cell guides |
| 3. Reefer power extension cables and distribution panels |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| PowerTOP Xtra 32 A 4-pole | MENNEKES |
| SHARK 32 A 4-pole | PCE |
| OPTIMA 32 A 3P+E | SCAME |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical marine reefer plug | Rated current | 32 | A |
| Typical marine reefer plug | Rated voltage | 380-440 | V AC |
| Typical marine reefer plug | Phase configuration | 3-phase, 3P+E | — |
| Typical marine reefer plug | Frequency | 50/60 | Hz |
| Typical marine reefer plug | Ingress protection | Commonly IP67 when correctly connected | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Commonly manufactured to IEC 60309-1 and IEC 60309-2 for industrial plugs and socket-outlets, with enclosure protection classified under IEC 60529. Cable and shipboard installation must comply with applicable IEC 60092 requirements and vessel specifications. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Approval is manufacturer- and model-specific. Shipboard reefer outlet assemblies may require type approval or installation acceptance by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, or ClassNK according to the vessel's classification rules. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Match rated voltage, current, pole arrangement, frequency and earth-pin clock position with the vessel socket. Use approved marine cable, correct terminal torque, effective strain relief and watertight cable-gland sealing. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect pins, seals, housing, cable gland and strain relief for corrosion, overheating, cracks or moisture ingress. Keep contacts clean and dry, verify earth continuity, and replace damaged components rather than making temporary repairs. |
| Safety Notes | Isolate and verify the reefer circuit is de-energized before installation or maintenance. Never connect incompatible clock positions, operate damaged plugs, or disconnect under load unless the connector and procedure are specifically rated for load breaking. |
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