An Anderson Plug is a 2-pole, 50A quick-disconnect battery connector for 12V and 24V DC systems. It suits homeowners, farms and solar installers across South Africa who need a fast battery link. As a solar battery connector, it joins batteries to solar and DC power equipment without tools.
Find matching parts in our Connectors range. The wider Cables & Connectors line covers all DC wiring.
Why Choose This Anderson Plug
- Carries 50A for fridges, pumps and backup batteries.
- Genderless housings let two identical connectors mate.
- Reusable polycarbonate housings handle off-road use.
Key Specifications For Battery Links
- Contact Material: Copper Alloy
- Housing Material: Polycarbonate
- Cable Size: 6 mm² to 10 mm²
- Product Type: 2-Pole Battery Power Connector
- Rated Current: 50A
- Voltage Rating: Up to 600V AC/DC (UL 1977)
- Connector Type: Genderless, Quick Disconnect
- Number of Poles: 2
- Contact Plating: Silver
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +105°C
- Connection Type: Crimp Terminals
- Colours: Red / Grey
- Applications: Solar Systems, Batteries, 4×4, Caravans, DC Power Systems
- Weight: 50 g (0.05 kg)
- Dimensions: 50 × 47 × 16 mm (L × W × H)
Compatibility And Cable Fit Guide
Crimp it onto 6mm² to 10mm² cable from our battery cable range. It links a Dyness 12V lithium battery to portable fridges or a 4×4 dual battery system. Extra options sit in our 12V battery collection.
Panel cables join through the Mini Anderson Plug to MC4 lead. Inverter to battery connector links, such as a Luxpower 1.5kW off-grid combo, run above 50A. Those need 35mm cable and lugs, while our 12V solar packages suit this plug.
Settling the MC4 vs Anderson connector choice depends on where each part sits. MC4 plugs join solar panel cables, while this plug handles the battery side. Both are electrical quick disconnect connectors, yet each suits a different job.
Colour Keying Anderson Plugs
Red and grey housings only mate with the same colour, so keep one colour per voltage. That way a 24V circuit never meets a 12V circuit by mistake. Our team points installers to the standard red housing details for the layout.
Cable Size And Crimping
Undersized cable can make anderson plugs run hot under a 50A load. Crimp terminals properly, never with solder alone. A firm crimp keeps contact resistance low across the silver-plated contacts.
Where This Connector Works Best
Farm owners and off-grid properties use it for portable fridges, pumps and backup batteries. On a 4×4, it acts as a car battery quick disconnect between the main and auxiliary battery. Smallholdings with caravans and camping trailers get the same fast, tool-free link.
- Farms running portable fridges and water pumps.
- Solar installers building quick-disconnect battery links.
- Off-grid properties with backup batteries and caravans.
Warranty Compliance And Trust
Its 600V AC/DC rating is stated against the UL 1977 standard. In fixed building wiring, SANS 10142-1 applies and a registered electrician issues a Certificate of Compliance. As a DC connector, it is not a mains plug, so NRCS VC 8008 does not cover it.
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Last Updated: October 2026
