Powerpole PP15-45
Catalog Max Up To 55A- AWG Range
- 20 To 10 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 4.45mm Max
- Selection Position
- Compact Power
Anderson Powerpole Connector Guide
Genderless DC power connectors from PP15-45 to PP180
Compare four Powerpole series by current, conductor range, insulation OD, contact part number, and package size before building a stacked power connection.
Four Configurable SeriesGenderless Flat-Wiping Contacts600V UL Rating Per PoleContact-Dependent Current Ratings
Why Powerpole connector series exist
Powerpole uses genderless, also called hermaphroditic, housings and contacts. Matching halves within the same interface style mate without a separate plug and receptacle. Standard and finger-proof PP15-45 styles do not cross-mate.
Flat-wiping silver- or tin-plated contacts support repeated connection, while color-coded polarized housings identify circuits and control mating orientation. Every series listed here carries a 600V UL rating per pole in the APP catalog.
Housing dovetails stack individual poles into custom blocks. Retention clips or roll pins hold the stacked block together. The connector interface itself is friction fit and is not latched by default, though retention accessories exist.
These families fit DC power distribution, battery packs, solar equipment, amateur radio, and robotics or EV workbench wiring. They are not sealed, so exposed or wet locations need a different connection strategy.
Powerpole series comparison
The displayed values are APP catalog series maxima under stated conditions. Confirm conductor range, insulation OD, exact contact, stack configuration, temperature rise, and available package space for the actual assembly.
Powerpole PP75
Catalog Max Up To 120A- AWG Range
- 16 To 6 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 11.1mm Max
- Selection Position
- Mid-Range Power
Powerpole PP120
Catalog Max Up To 240A- AWG Range
- 6 To 1/0 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 15.24mm Max
- Selection Position
- High-Current Power
Powerpole PP180
Catalog Max Up To 350A- AWG Range
- 10 To 3/0 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 22.86mm Max
- Selection Position
- Largest Power Range
| Series | Max Current | AWG Range | Max Insulation OD | Selection Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP15-45 | Catalog Max Up To 55A | 20 To 10 AWG | 4.45mm Max | Compact Power |
| PP75 | Catalog Max Up To 120A | 16 To 6 AWG | 11.1mm Max | Mid-Range Power |
| PP120 | Catalog Max Up To 240A | 6 To 1/0 AWG | 15.24mm Max | High-Current Power |
| PP180 | Catalog Max Up To 350A | 10 To 3/0 AWG | 22.86mm Max | Largest Power Range |
Powerpole PP15-45Catalog Max Up To 55A
Powerpole PP15-45: Catalog Max Up To 55A
PP15-45 is the compact member of this comparison. It covers 20 to 10 AWG conductors in one housing size, with contact selection setting the wire range and current level.
Use PP15-45 when packaging space matters. Confirm the exact contact, conductor, temperature-rise conditions, and housing style rather than treating 55A as a universal assembly rating.
- Current
- Catalog Max Up To 55A
- Wire
- 20 To 10 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 4.45mm Max
- Mated Length
- 41.2mm
- Housing Colors
- 11 Cataloged
Stocked -BK Bulk Contacts
- 1332-BK|Catalog Contact 1332 | 20 To 16 AWG | 15A
- 1331-BK|Catalog Contact 1331 | 16 To 12 AWG | 30A
- 261G2-LPBK|Catalog Contact 261G2 | 14 To 10 AWG | 45A | Low Mating Force
Powerpole PP75Catalog Max Up To 120A
Powerpole PP75: Catalog Max Up To 120A
PP75 covers a 16 to 6 AWG conductor range. APP publishes a series maximum up to 120A under its stated conditions; the selected contact and conductor determine the usable assembly rating.
Use PP75 for battery, DC distribution, and bench power assemblies that exceed the PP15-45 range without requiring the larger PP120 or PP180 housing.
- Current
- Catalog Max Up To 120A
- Wire
- 16 To 6 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 11.1mm Max
- Smaller Wire
- Reducing Bushings
- Connection Style
- Genderless
Stocked -BK Bulk Contacts
- 5952-BK|Catalog Contact 5952 | 8 AWG
- 5915-BK|Catalog Contact 5915 | 12 To 10 AWG
- 1307-BK|Catalog Contact 1307 | 6 AWG
Powerpole PP120Catalog Max Up To 240A
Powerpole PP120: Catalog Max Up To 240A
PP120 covers 6 through 1/0 AWG conductors. APP publishes a series maximum up to 240A under defined conditions, while its catalog UL hot-plug rating is 60A.
Use PP120 when the conductor or current requirement moves beyond PP75 and the circuit remains within the PP120 wire and insulation limits.
- Current
- Catalog Max Up To 240A
- Wire
- 6 To 1/0 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 15.24mm Max
- UL Hot-Plug Rating
- 60A
- Largest Wire
- 1/0 AWG
Stocked -BK Bulk Contacts
- 1319-BK|Catalog Contact 1319 | 2 AWG
- 1319G4-BK|Catalog Contact 1319G4 | 4 AWG
- 1319G6-BK|Catalog Contact 1319G6 | 6 AWG
- 1323G1-BK|Catalog Contact 1323G1 | 1 AWG
- 1323G2-BK|Catalog Contact 1323G2 | 1/0 AWG
Powerpole PP180Catalog Max Up To 350A
Powerpole PP180: Catalog Max Up To 350A
PP180 is the largest series in this guide, covering 10 through 3/0 AWG conductors. APP publishes a series maximum up to 350A under defined conditions; its catalog UL hot-plug rating is 75A.
Use PP180 for the largest conductor and current range here. Silver-plated contacts are rated for 10,000 no-load mating cycles.
- Current
- Catalog Max Up To 350A
- Wire
- 10 To 3/0 AWG
- Insulation OD
- 22.86mm Max
- UL Hot-Plug Rating
- 75A
- No-Load Mating Cycles
- 10,000
Stocked -BK Bulk Contacts
- 1348-BK|Catalog Contact 1348 | 6 AWG
- 1347-BK|Catalog Contact 1347 | 1 AWG
- 1382-BK|Catalog Contact 1382 | 1/0 AWG
- 1383-BK|Catalog Contact 1383 | 2 AWG
- 1384-BK|Catalog Contact 1384 | 4 AWG
- 1328G1-BK|Catalog Contact 1328G1 | 2/0 AWG
- 1328G2-BK|Catalog Contact 1328G2 | 3/0 AWG
Termination Guidance
Match the contact before building the block
Series selection does not finish the termination. Match the listed contact to the conductor, confirm the housing's maximum insulation OD, and document housing color and stacked orientation before release.
Contact And Wire
Use the exact listed contact for the selected wire range. The family maximum current does not replace contact-level wire and rating checks.
Stack And Retention
Record dovetail orientation, housing colors, and polarity. Add retention clips or roll pins when a stacked block needs mechanical retention.
Environment
Powerpole housings are not sealed. Keep the connection inside a suitable enclosure or select another family when the connector interface will face moisture or contamination.
Mating Retention
The standard interface is friction fit rather than latched. Specify a retention accessory when cable motion or handling can pull the halves apart.
Battery cable assemblies beyond Powerpole
MiniProto also builds battery cable products around SB50, SB175, and PP75. Use the battery cable solution guide to compare the application, then review the assembly service for build support.
Common Anderson Powerpole questions
Are Anderson Powerpole connectors male and female?+
Powerpole housings and contacts are genderless, also described as hermaphroditic. Matching halves within the same interface style mate without separate plug and receptacle part numbers. Standard and finger-proof PP15-45 housings are not cross-compatible, so housing style still has to match.
Are Powerpole connectors sealed or latched?+
No. The four series in this guide are not sealed and use a friction-fit connection by default. Retention accessories are available when the assembly needs added resistance to separation.
How are multi-pole Powerpole blocks assembled?+
Individual color-coded polarized housings slide together through molded dovetails. Retention clips or roll pins keep the stacked housing block together.
Which Powerpole series should I choose?+
Start with conductor size, maximum insulation OD, contact part number, and package size. The displayed current values are manufacturer catalog series maxima under defined conditions, not ratings that apply to every contact, wire, stack, or temperature-rise target.
Why are Powerpole connectors common in amateur radio?+
Powerpole is a de facto ARES and RACES 12V community convention. That is a community practice, not a manufacturer claim, and teams should still document housing orientation and polarity for each assembly.
Which Anderson Powerpole series can I configure online?+
PP15-45, PP75, PP120, and PP180 are locked and enabled in the MiniProto harness configurator. The selectable contact list uses the exact variants shown in the configurator.
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