DIN 43650

SO 4400 refers to the standards set by the International Organization for Standardization, which are made for electrical connectors. DIN 43650 refers to the set of
standards made by DIN (Deutsches Institut fr Normung), which is the German standard setting organization. Din 43650 is now known as the EN 175301-803
standards, which refer to these types of connectors. Other names for DIN 43650 connectors include MPM or sugarcube connectors. These DIN connectors come in
three versions: Form A, Form B or Form C. They have met various overvoltage protection requirements and are made to function within certain voltage limits. There
are three gasket options available for the DIN connectors: NBR Profile, NBR Flat or EPDM Flat.
Gaskets
The different gaskets that are available will have different characteristics, mainly based on the material from which they are made. NBR rubber is also known as
nitrile rubber. NBR is an oil resistant material, which includes both mineral and vegetable oil. EPDM rubber does not have much resilience against oils, but it does
stand up well to ozone, heat and weather. Both materials are satisfactory against basic diluted acids and alkalines. Most of the gaskets available are from HTP and
Hirschmann. Separate gaskets are available for most of the male DIN connectors.
Thread Types
DIN connectors can have different thread types, depending on the form. Form A connectors are currently available in PG 9, PG 11, M16, or 1/2" NPT thread sizes.
Form B features PG 9 or 1/2" NPT threads, while Form C connectors are only available with PG 7 thread. M16 is a metric thread type, which globally is the most
commonly used type. The number refers to the nominal diameter in millimeters. PG stands for Panzergewinde and refers to German standards. PG has a bigger
thread angle but a lower thread depth than metric or NPT. NPT stands for National Pipe Thread and is an American standard. Unlike metric or PG, these threads are
tapered, which helps form a seal.
Pin Spacing
One of the main differences between the types of DIN connectors is the pin spacing. Pin spacing refers to the distance between pins #1 and #2. Each form has
different pin spacing, and the pin type also changes depending on the form. Form A connectors have "U" shaped pins facing inwards with an 18 mm pin spacing.
Form B connectors have 2 different pin spacings: 10mm & 11mm. 11mm connectors will have 3 flat blade contacts and are the industry standard. 10mm connectors
will have 1 flat blade and 2 U shaped pins pointing outward. Form C connectors have flat blade pins with 8mm or 9.4mm (industry standard) pin spacing between the
#1 and #2 pins. Diagrams of the pin spacing are pictured below to better visualize their design:
 Form A Form B Form C

Comparison Charts
Each of these different versions have characteristics which set them apart from the other two, which are listed in following comparision charts:

DIN 43650 Form A, Form B, Form C Comparision

Here you can compare the basic features of all three forms of DIN 43650 connectors. Aspects such as housing shape, pin type, pin spacing, and cable entries all
vary depending on whether the connector is Form A, Form B, or Form C

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Connector Comparison

Type Form A Form B Form C

 10mm 8mm
Pin Spacing 18mm
11mm - Industry Standard 9.4mm - Industry Standard
2 + Ground 2 + Ground
Pin Count 2 + Ground
3 + Ground 3 + Ground
Flat Blade - 11mm
Pin Type U-Shape 1 Flat Blade, 2 U-Shape - Flat Blade
10mm
M16
PG 9 PG 9
Cable Entry PG 7
PG 11 1/2" NPT
1/2" NPT
Base Shape Square Rectangle Square

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form A PG 9, 2 + Grd, Hardwired Black Housing

Manufacturer Hirschmann HTP Omal

Origin Germany China Italy

Housing Height 34.2mm 30mm 27mm
Connector Length 41mm 41mm 41mm
Base Dimensions 27.5 x 27.5mm 28.8 x 28.8mm 27.5 x 27.5mm
Housing Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Spacing 18mm 18mm 18mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 16 AWG 16AWG 16AWG
Cable OD 4.5 to 7 mm 5 to 10 mm 6 to 8 mm
Termination Type Screw Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps
Center Screw M3 x 35 M3 x 32.5 M3 x 28.5
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to 257F -40F to 257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 67 IP 65
UL Listed Yes No-But Available No

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form A PG 9, 3 + Grd, Hardwired Black Housing

Manufacturer Hirschmann HTP Omal

Origin Germany China Italy

Housing Height 34.2mm 30mm 27mm
Connector Length 41mm 41mm 41mm
Base Dimensions 27.5 x 27.5mm 28.8 x 28.8mm 27.5 x 27.5mm
Housing Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Spacing 18mm 18mm 18mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 16 AWG 16AWG 16AWG
 Cable OD 4.5 to 7 mm 5 to 10 mm 6 to 8 mm
Termination Type Screw Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps
Center Screw M3 x 35 M3 x 32.5 M3 x 28.5
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to 257F -40F to 257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 67 IP 65
UL Listed Yes No-But Available No

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form A PG 11, 2 + Grd, Hardwired Black Housing

Manufacturer Hirschmann HTP Omal

Origin Germany China Italy

Housing Height 34.2mm 30mm 27mm
Connector Length 43mm 41mm 42mm
Base Dimensions 27.5 x 27.5mm 28.8 x 28.8mm 27.5 x 27.5mm
Housing Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Spacing 18mm 18mm 18mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 16 AWG 16AWG 16AWG
Cable OD 6 to 9 mm 5 to 10 mm 8 to 10 mm
Termination Type Screw Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps
Center Screw M3 x 35 M3 x 32.5 M3 x 28.5
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to 257F -40F to 257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 67 IP 65
UL Listed Yes No-But Available No

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form A PG 11, 3 + Grd, Hardwired Black Housing

Manufacturer Hirschmann HTP Omal

Origin Germany China Italy

Housing Height 34.2mm 30mm 27mm
Connector Length 43mm 41mm 42mm
Base Dimensions 27.5 x 27.5mm 28.8 x 28.8mm 27.5 x 27.5mm
Housing Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Spacing 18mm 18mm 18mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 16 AWG 16AWG 16AWG
Cable OD 6 to 9 mm 5 to 10 mm 8 to 10 mm
Termination Type Screw Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps
Center Screw M3 x 35 M3 x 32.5 M3 x 28.5
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to 257F -40F to 257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 67 IP 65
UL Listed Yes No-But Available No
 DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form B PG 9, 11mm, Hardwired Black Housing
Manufacturer Hirschmann HTP

Origin Germany China

Housing Height 32mm 30mm
Connector Length 41mm 42mm
Base Dimensions 28.6 x 20.8mm 28.5 x 21mm
Housing Material PA PA
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA
Contact Spacing 11mm 11mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 16 AWG 18AWG
Cable OD 4.5 to 7 mm 4 to 6 mm
Termination Type Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 16 amps 250 V / 16 amps
Center Screw M3 x 37 M3 x 28.5
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to 257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 67
UL Listed Yes No-But Available

DIN 43650/EN 175301-803 Form C PG 7, 9.4mm, Hardwired Black Housing

Manufacturer Hirschmann Omal
Origin Germany Italy
Housing Height 26mm 25mm
Connector Length 28mm 24mm
Base Dimensions 15.8 x 15.8mm 15.5 x 15.5mm
Housing Material PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Surface Material Sn Sn
Contact Bearer Material PA PA + 30% GF
Contact Spacing 9.4mm 9.4mm
Contact Resistance <= 4 mOhm <= 4 mOhm
Maximum Conductor Size 0.75mm 0.75mm
Cable OD 4.5 to 6 mm 4 to 6 mm
Type of Termination Screw Screw
Nominal Current 250 V / 6 amps 250 V / 6 amps
Center Screw M3 x 28 M3 x 25
Operating Temperature -40F to 257F -40F to -257F
Protection Class IP 65 IP 65
UL Listed Yes No