Reefer Plugs and Sockets - Container Ship Specific
Heavy-duty IEC industrial plugs and socket outlets used to supply refrigerated containers aboard container ships. Typical shipboard reefer connections are 32 A, 380–440 V AC, 3-phase, 3P+E, with 6-hour earth position and IP67 protection.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Reefer Plugs and Sockets |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Container Ship Specific |
| Product Reference | 498 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | WISKA, Mennekes, PCE |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. IEC 60309 pin-and-sleeve connection |
| 2. 32 A three-phase rating commonly used for reefers |
| 3. 3P+E four-pole configuration with 6h earth position |
| 4. IP67 weatherproof construction when correctly mated |
| 5. Interlocked socket options prevent connection or disconnection under load |
Applications of Reefer Plugs and Sockets
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Power supply to refrigerated containers on container ship decks |
| 2. Reefer socket distribution panels and outlet boxes |
| 3. Marine terminals, reefer yards and shipboard container monitoring systems |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| VARITAIN PushIn Reefer Container Socket | WISKA |
| AM-TOP 32 A 4-pole 6h | Mennekes |
| SHARK 32 A 4-pole 6h | PCE |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| VARITAIN PushIn Reefer Container Socket | Rated current | 32 | A |
| VARITAIN PushIn Reefer Container Socket | Pole configuration | 3P+E, 6h | — |
| AM-TOP 32 A 4-pole 6h | Rated current | 32 | A |
| AM-TOP 32 A 4-pole 6h | Degree of protection | IP67 | — |
| SHARK 32 A 4-pole 6h | Rated current | 32 | A |
| SHARK 32 A 4-pole 6h | Typical rated voltage range | 380-440 | V AC |
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/EN 60309-1 and IEC/EN 60309-2 for industrial plugs and socket outlets. Enclosure protection is classified under IEC 60529, typically IP67. Shipboard installation must also comply with applicable IEC 60092 requirements. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Product type approval is manufacturer- and model-specific. Where required by the vessel or project, verify valid approval or acceptance documentation from DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas or ClassNK. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Confirm voltage, frequency, 32 A rating, 3P+E pole arrangement and 6h keying. Mount securely, maintain cable-gland sealing and protective-earth continuity, and follow the vessel's approved distribution diagram. Interlocked outlets should isolate power before plug removal. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect contacts for overheating, corrosion, pitting and loss of spring pressure. Check seals, covers, glands and locking mechanisms, clean salt deposits, test insulation and earth continuity, and replace heat-damaged components rather than repairing contact surfaces. |
| Safety Notes | Isolate and lock out the circuit before servicing. Never connect or disconnect a non-interlocked plug under load. Verify correct voltage and phase sequence, keep protective earth connected, and do not use equipment with cracked housings, water ingress or burned contacts. |
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