Powersafe - VG96944

The Amphenol Socapex Powersafe – VG96944 is a rugged circular connector designed for high-power applications up to 1000V in demanding military and industrial environments. Fully compliant with VG96944 standards, it incorporates user safety features such as first mate/last break and last mate/first break technology, IP2X protection on the socket side, and IP68 sealing when mated (2 meters for 2 hours). Available in 7 contact arrangements for both three-phase and single-phase applications, it features TemperGrip socket contacts and high-current pins in sizes 8 and 4. Offered in multiple materials and platings, including RoHS and REACH compliant versions with J class (Tin Zinc) qualified under VG96944, the Powersafe connector is trusted in C5ISR, ground vehicles, military avionics, missiles, and naval systems.

Powersafe - VG96944 Catalogue

What is each contact?

Powersafe connectors' layouts include 3 types of contacts :

  • The protective contact : it is the longest one. The protective contact mates in first to secure the transmission of current.
  • The pilot contact : it is the smallest one. The pilot contact mates in last to activate the transmission of current.
  • Phases contacts which carry out the transmission of current.

Why use the Powersafe?

Powersafe connectors enable high power transmission (over 500 volts) while being 100% safe for the users.  The Powersafe connectors are derived from the D38999 connectors and qualified according to VG96944 standards. Their main benefit is to provide user safety with a first-to-mate earth contact directly linked to the shell. The last-to-mate/first-to-break pilot contact allows the mating and unmating without power. 


What is VG96944?

The VG96944 qualification is a German standard which defines power connectors. Amphenol Socapex Powersafe range is qualified according to VG96944 standard.