Cover Contacts

In the Deck Connectors section you will find feed-through connectors for antennas, radios and other external electrical devices that can be installed on the deck of your boat. The selection includes both simple two- and three-pin Pro Supply deck connectors and SO-239 and N-type coaxial connectors required by VHF and radar equipment, such as Scout's PA-90 and PA-91 series black and white deck connectors, as well as matching protective caps to protect them from moisture when the connector is not in use.

Why is a cover connector a better solution than a direct feedthrough?

The deck connector allows you to disconnect an antenna or other external device for winter storage or maintenance without having to re-route the cable through the deck each time. This is especially useful for example with a VHF antenna, which is often removed for the winter to avoid damage – the fixed deck connector remains in place and the antenna itself is disconnected from the connector. In electrical connectors, a similar principle works, for example, with deck-mounted lights or other accessories.

The number of pins is chosen according to the application: a two-pin connector is sufficient for a simple circuit, while a three- or four-pin connector is needed, for example, in lighting fixtures with a separate ground or control signal. In coaxial connectors, the SO-239 (UHF) is the most common type used in VHF radios, while the N-type connector is more resistant to higher frequencies and is more common in radar and satellite antennas.

When installing, it is worth paying attention to sealing: the deck connector is always installed through the deck of the boat, so sealant is used around the connection to ensure water tightness. It is worth keeping the protective cap in place whenever the connector is not in use, as it prevents salt water and moisture from entering the connector and significantly extends its service life even in the harshest conditions.

When choosing a connector type, it is also worth considering the current capacity of the electrical circuit: Pro Supply series connectors are rated for 2–3 amperes, which is sufficient for lights and small electronic devices, but not suitable for applications requiring higher currents. When installing, it is worth ensuring that the cable feed-through hole is exactly the size required by the connector – a hole that is too large will weaken the seal, even if the connector itself is correct. The number of pins in the cover connector and the cable of the device to be connected to it must also be compatible, so check the installation instructions that come with the device before ordering the connector.

It is also worth checking the material of the connector pins – contacts made of brass or stainless steel are better able to withstand continuous seawater use than standard general-purpose connectors, where corrosion can weaken electrical conductivity over time and cause interruptions in the signal or power supply.

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Cover Contacts -ryhmän tuotteet

Protective cap for 692 series cover contact

Protective cap for 692 series cover contact

Pro Supply Cover contact 4-pole, plastic

Pro Supply Cover contact 4-pole, plastic

Scout PA-90B cover connector SO 239 type (UHF) black

Scout PA-90B cover connector SO 239 type (UHF) black

Scout PA-90 cover connector SO 239 type (UHF) white

Scout PA-90 cover connector SO 239 type (UHF) white

Scout PA-91B cover connector (N type) black

Scout PA-91B cover connector (N type) black

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 4-pole

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 4-pole

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 2-pole

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 2-pole

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 3-pole

Pro Supply Cover contact 2-3A, 3-pole

Cover contact 2-pole

Cover contact 2-pole

Surface mount base

Surface mount base

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Why is a cover connector a better solution than a direct feedthrough?