Trailer Electrical Connector Types

Reese towpower universal trailer wire harness and connector 74124.

Trailer electrical connector types.

Types of trailer connectors. Hopkins towing solution 4 wire flat connector vehicle to trailer wiring kit 47105. The 7 way connector is the most popular trailer connection type found on late model suv s trucks and rv s and comes with everything the others come with along with the availability for backup lights. Trailer adapters trailer connectors and wiring are available from hoppy tow ready pollak draw tite and reese.

Free in store or curbside pick up. Here are the various types of trailer connectors. There are two different types of 7 way connectors one with flat pins blades and one with round pins. Provides a secure connection between the receptacle lid and plug tag.

4 way round trailer connectors. Every connector has one pin that s a ground so a four pin connector controls only three things a five pin connector only four things and so on. Allows for basic connection of the main lighting. 5 way flat trailer connectors.

Seven way connectors provide for the three basic functions of the trailer s lights the electric brakes a 12 volt hot lead and another one that is usually used for backup lights. 7 pin round blade connector often used in caravans rvs etc. Trailer connectors between the trailer and passenger car light truck or heavy trucks with 12v systems in europe both 7 pin iso 1724 and 13 pin iso 11446 are common. Seven way electrical connectors usually come in two major types one with flat pins and another with round pins.

The most common trailer connectors have four five six or seven pins. It s all about. The 13 pin version being phased in is newer provides more services than the 7 pin a more positive locking and also better protection against moisture and contamination. Light vehicles use a plethora of contacts but among these are two that are most common.

Sku 70606 9. 4 pin flat connector often used for simpler trailers. The flat pins are usually referred to as blades. 4 way flat trailer connectors.

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