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3-Pin Cessna Aircraft External Power Plug

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Part# 11-03158
MFR Model# 904-342

Overview

Standard 3-pin female plug for external 12-28 VDC power to airframe, equivalent to NATO AN2551 plug. Red polycarbonate construction screws together in minutes. Contact sleeves are solid copper, silver-plated ready for torch-soldering.

Includes solenoid activation pin. Corrosion proof. Mates with AN2552-3A or MS3506-1 external power receptacle.

Specifications

  • Mates with standard AN2552-3A external power receptacle
  • Performance and dimensions to ISO 461 (BS4G173:1985) and appropriate MOD (Air) and
  • NSN Standards , (0.7 kg)
  • Recommended wires gauge: up to 2/0 AWG stranded.
  • 240A continuous, 1500A peak (solenoid trigger contact 35A continuous)

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Mfg. Q&A

  • What is the max amps for this plug? 1500 amps peak, 240 amps continuous.
  • What is the largest wire size that will fit the plug terminal connections? Wire reservoir in contact is 0.474” ID, so 2/0 AWG stranded copper wire is largest.
  • How are the wires secured to the contacts? Crimp? Solder? Wires are torch-soldered to the contacts. Recommend a chef’s torch.
  • Does this power plug fit the Cessna 177B Cardinal’s external 3-pin external power part? Yes, this plug will fit the external power receptacle on most late model Cessna aircraft.
  • So you must solder your heavy gauge cables in to this unit for connection to the
  • power source? Yes, the 3-pin plug (11-03158) uses solder type joints. Too large to crimp. Requires a chef’s torch (or similar) to heat the solder well before inserting the cable.
  • Do you have instructions for installing this plug onto cable? Yes, we have added the install instructions for this plug to the 'Documents' tab of the web page. Please review them there.
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Aircraft D Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
September 29, 2022

Good stuff .. Thank you

David P Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
September 27, 2022

We are very satisfied with this product.

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3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
May 18, 2022

Excellent

Eric J Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
April 12, 2022

cool product, solder your own 4 gauge leads, toss a jump pack on to it and go! great bang for the buck!

Tscm G Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
October 8, 2021

I ordered two power plugs for helicopter H120. the product was really fine and worked well. I recommend you to prepare “rosin core solder” to connect cables.

Yuki E Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
September 11, 2021

Eric M Verified Purchase

3-PIN AIRCRAFT EXTERNAL POWER PLUG
June 27, 2021

Excellent product. Fast shipping.

Altamont A
March 24, 2021

Prompt shipping, good company to do business with

Reddittairserv
February 19, 2021

This item is exactly as described. Good Quality. Easy Assembly. Everything fits perfectly. I bought several of these to build my own Jumper Cables. Simple Tools & Basic Mechanical knowledge is all you need.

Chris M
February 9, 2021

Q&A

Please note, Pilotshop's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Pilotshop assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

Q: What is the max amps for this unit? 3 PIN JUMPER PLUG #6216

Per supplier: 1500 amps, 18-32 Volts...Rated Contact Capacity is 3,000 amps.

Q: What is the largest wire size that will fit the plug terminal connections?

This can take 3 OD but supplier recommends 2 OD.

Q: How are the wires secured to the contacts? Crimp? Solder?

Per the supplier: They are soldered.

Q: Do the pin sockets (3 pin jumper plug) fit the standard Cessna 177B Cardinal external 3 pin power fitting?

Yes, the 3 pin jumper (11-03158) is the standard external power plug used in Cessna aircraft.

Q: So you must solder your heavy gauge cables in to this unit for connection to the power source?

Yes, the 3 pin jumper (11-03158) uses solder type joints.

Q: Do you have instructions for installing this plug onto cable?

Yes, we have added the install instructions for this plug to the 'Documents' tab of the web page. Please review them there.

Q: Can I use this power plug to maintain the battery charge while airplane is grounded for long time?

No, this is a plug only. You may be able to wire your aircraft, and this plug to do this, but this plug is commonly used to wire to a power source to jump start an aircraft, or to an APU to power your instrument panel.

Q: Will this fit a Beechcraft bonanza?

Yes, most Beechcraft are equipped with the 3 pin style receptacle. We cannot 100% confirm so we do ask that ytou check the receptacle on the aircraft to ensure the correct plug style is ordered.

Q: One of the questions is can this be used on the ground for long period. Your response was no. The description says 240A continuous. Am I missing something?

Typically the receptacle this plug works with is wired so that the master would need to be on. The question was about using this plug to maintain a battery and you wouldnt want to leave the master on just to charge a battery. Its better to use a charger/maintainer connect to the battery directly. But for APU, or jumping this plug would work great.