Does the Pollak Single-Pole Trailer Connector Provide a Ground Connection
Published 09/28/2012
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Question:
Does the sheild connect the ground or should i get a 2-pole instead to connect negative and positive to the battery?
asked by: Nick
Expert Reply:
The # PK11851 Single Pole Round Pin Trailer Connector is designed to deliver power to a trailer. It is not grounded, as the battery on the tow vehicle is already grounded and trailer mounted equipment is typically grounded as well. The ground connection would typically be carried through an additional connector, depending on the piece of equipment you are supplying power to you might need to increase the ground wire gauge.
If you need the connector to power a winch, you would be better off using a wiring kit with a quick disconnect like part # BDW20206.
You could also use a two pole connector, # PK12801 for the vehicle side and # PK12800 for the trailer side.
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Pollak Single-Pole, Round Pin Trailer Wiring Socket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- 1 Round
- Plug Only
- Pollak
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