16 A 
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63 A 
125 A 16A, 32A, 63A, 125A and 160A CEE Plugs and Sockets: Choosing by Current Rating
The current rating of a CEE plug or socket shows the maximum continuous current the connection can carry. In a 400 V three-phase system the approximate power capacity is…
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CCS2 Electric Vehicle Charging Types: Type 2, CCS2, AC and DC Charging Explained
In Europe and Türkiye, Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) connectors are used for AC charging and CCS2 (Combo 2) connectors for DC fast charging. In AC charging the vehicle’s on-board…
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3P+N+E CEE Pin Configurations and Clock Positions: 3P, 4P, 5P and 4h, 6h, 7h
On CEE plugs, the number of poles shows the system (3-pin: 2P+E, 4-pin: 3P+E, 5-pin: 3P+N+E) and the clock position shows where the earth contact sits relative to the ke…
How to Choose Industrial Plugs and Sockets: a 5-Step Selection Guide
When choosing industrial plugs and sockets, define in turn the voltage (colour code), current rating, number of poles, IP rating and mounting type. Once these five point…
IP44 IP44 vs IP67: Choosing the Right IP Rating for Industrial Plugs and Sockets
IP44 products are protected against solid objects larger than 1 mm and splashing water from any direction; IP67 products are dust-tight and withstand temporary immersion…
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400 V What Is a CEE Plug? IEC 60309 Industrial Plugs and Sockets Explained
CEE plugs and sockets are industrial connectors built to IEC 60309. The housing colour shows the voltage, the number of pins shows the system, and the clock position sep…
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How many kW does a 32 A three-phase socket supply?
In a 400 V three-phase system, 32 A can transfer about 22 kW, assuming cos φ = 1.
16A, 32A, 63A, 125A and 160A CEE Plugs and Sockets: Choosing by Current Rating
What is Type 2?
Type 2 is the 7-pin charging connector defined in IEC 62196-2 and used for AC charging in Europe and Türkiye. It supports single-phase and three-phase charging.
Electric Vehicle Charging Types: Type 2, CCS2, AC and DC Charging Explained
What is the difference between 4-pin and 5-pin CEE plugs?
A 5-pin plug has a neutral (N) contact. Use 5-pin to supply loads that need a neutral, or distribution boxes that take single-phase outlets from a three-phase line; use 4-pin only for loads without neutral, such as three-phase motors.
CEE Pin Configurations and Clock Positions: 3P, 4P, 5P and 4h, 6h, 7h
Can I combine a plug and a socket from different brands?
Products complying with IEC 60309-2 with the same ratings are interchangeable. However, the IP rating of the connection is only maintained if both parts have the same IP level.
How to Choose Industrial Plugs and Sockets: a 5-Step Selection Guide
What does IP67 mean?
IP67 means the product is completely dust-tight and withstands temporary immersion in water under the conditions defined in the standard.
IP44 vs IP67: Choosing the Right IP Rating for Industrial Plugs and Sockets
What does a red CEE plug mean?
A red housing indicates that the product is designed for 380–480 V three-phase systems. It can be 4-pin (3P+E) or 5-pin (3P+N+E).
What Is a CEE Plug? IEC 60309 Industrial Plugs and Sockets Explained