Retaining clip.
But it may not come with the socket itself.
Could be sold as an add-on.
Of course, install the clip so it drops on from above (as shown), not from below.
But it may not come with the socket itself.
Could be sold as an add-on.
Of course, install the clip so it drops on from above (as shown), not from below.
Here is one example to work from - a search for "cord retaining kit" and/or "cord retaining clip" in various search engines can get you started.
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Qualtek/730-00-05
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Qualtek/730-00-05
Also called "Locking IEC power connector".
There are a variety on the market.
There are a variety on the market.
If you need a much stronger retaining feature, consider a twist lock plug/socket.
If you look at the 3rd page from last you will find a similar retainer (KT0009) to be added to a fused inlet, as in the picture you posted.
https://www.bulgin.com/en/products/pub/media/bulgin/data/IEC_connectors.pdf
https://www.bulgin.com/en/products/pub/media/bulgin/data/IEC_connectors.pdf
THANKS friends for all these answers.
@Mark Tillotson, it's to prevent unplug of false contacts in a van. I will use ties but belt and suspenders are more secure 🙂
@Mark Tillotson, it's to prevent unplug of false contacts in a van. I will use ties but belt and suspenders are more secure 🙂
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You mean a “fall on your face in a small confined space” event or a “tipped over amplifier rack“ event. Both could be worse than one of your speakers going out while you plug it back in.
There are locking IEC inlets. That could be a search term. Otherwise I'd go with "retaining clip" as mentioned above.
Tom
Tom
I've had several if these on equipment in the past. IIRC they weren't interchangeable; one needed the right plug/lead for the right clip, as plugs vary in length quite a lot. So you may need to buy as a set.
Although if you don't need the IEC type of plug/socket, there are IMO superior alternatives like powercon connectors from neutric. They also make connectors for speakers, so don't confuse the two.
Although if you don't need the IEC type of plug/socket, there are IMO superior alternatives like powercon connectors from neutric. They also make connectors for speakers, so don't confuse the two.
I mean that each times the van moves, I don't want to dismantle 3 x 42U cabinets to check plugs !
It will be manufactured devices so simple plugs, plugs with fuses etc... and rarely powercon.
Reading some warnings about compatibility and others problems, I think now of a simple hot melt glue point on the plug and fix tie on the cable.
Thanks to all contributors.
Best by far and designed as locking since day 1: Neutrik Powercon
https://www.neutrik.com/en/neutrik/products/powercon-r/powercon-r-xx-series
https://www.neutrik.com/en/neutrik/products/powercon-r/powercon-r-xx-series
@JMFahey A lot of enthusiasm for this product !
However, a few audio equipment incorporates these connectors. My next installation has over 12 different brands with no powercon on the horizon! Maybe manufacturers don't want a proprietary solution. 😉
Another reason, until recently these connectors were not (IEC / EN ) approved and therefore their use was prohibited in places open to the public.
However, a few audio equipment incorporates these connectors. My next installation has over 12 different brands with no powercon on the horizon! Maybe manufacturers don't want a proprietary solution. 😉
Another reason, until recently these connectors were not (IEC / EN ) approved and therefore their use was prohibited in places open to the public.