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Multi-Contact – MC3 and MC4 connector systems
The MC3 plugs and sockets, shown with associated contacts.
Multi-Contact – MC3 and MC4 connector systems
The MC4 plugs and sockets, shown with associated contacts.

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TÜV Certificate MC3 (pdf, 771 kB)
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Compatibility of PV plug connectors (pdf, 52 kB)

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Multi-Contact – MC3 and MC4 connector systems

Multi-Contact AG was founded in 1962 and is currently employing more than 700 staff. All manufacturing sites are ISO 9001-certified and therefore meet the highest quality demands.
MC connector systems
The components of the MC connector system for photovoltaics are designed to allow time-saving and safe serial and parallel wiring of PV modules for building-integrated and free-standing solar installations. For practical use the connector systems MC3 and MC4 are available, depending on the existing modules or inverters.
The proven MC3 connector systems
  • Diameter Ø 3 mm
  • Rated current
    max. 30 A for 6 mm²
    max. 20 A for < 4 mm²
  • System voltage max. 1000 V
  • Degree of protection, connected IP65
  • Protection class II
  • Temperature range -40°C to +90°C
  • TÜV Rheinland – type approved
The interlockable MC4 connector systems
  • Diameter Ø 4 mm
  • Rated current max. 30 A
  • System voltage max. 1000 V
  • Degree of protection, connected IP67
  • Easy installation
  • Locking system "Snap in"
  • Protection class II
  • Temperature range -40°C to +90°C
  • TÜV Rheinland – type approved
Art. No. 1302000 1302010 1302050
Model MultiContact PV-KBT3II (A: 2 ‑ 4 mm², D: 4.9 ‑ 7.1 mm) MultiContact PV-KST3II (A: 2 ‑ 4 mm², D: 4.9 ‑ 7.1 mm) MultiContact PV-KBT3/6III (A: 6 mm², D: 6.5 ‑ 9 mm)
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description Female type MC3 for Radox / Draka / Studer 4 mm² Male type MC3 for Radox / Draka / Studer 4 mm² Female type MC3 for Radox / Draka / Studer 6 mm²
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years

Art. No. 1302040 1302020 1302030
Model MultiContact PV-KST3/6III (A: 6 mm², D: 6.5 ‑ 9 mm) MultiContact PV-KBT4/6II (A: 4 ‑ 6 mm², D: 5.5 ‑ 9 mm) MultiContact PV-KST4/6II (A: 4 ‑ 6 mm², D: 5.5 ‑ 9 mm)
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description Male type MC3 for Radox / Draka / Studer 6 mm² Female type MC4 for Radox / Draka / Studer 4 - 6 mm² Male type MC4 for Radox / Draka / Studer 4 ‑ 6 mm²
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years

Art. No. 1302073 1302085 1302086
Model MultiContact PV-R-WZ3 MultiContact PV-ES-CZM-19100 crimping pliers insert MultiContact PV-CZM-16100A crimping pliers
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description Installation device for male and female MC3 For MC4 (only use with locator) For MC3 (MC4: insert and locator necessary)
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years

Art. No. 1302087 1302116 1302117
Model MultiContact PV-LOC crimping pliers locator MultiContact PV-WZ-AD/GWD MultiContact PV-SSE-AD4
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description For MC4 (only use with crimping pliers insert) Socket wrench insert for crimping pliers PV-CZM Socket wrench insert for crimping pliers PV-CZM
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years

Art. No. 1302118 1302115 1302152
Model MultiContact PV-PST test pin MultiContact assembly key PV-MS MultiContact PV branch plug MC3 PV-AZS3-UR
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description For MC type 4 For MC type 4 For MC type 3
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years

Art. No. 1302153 1302154 1302155
Model MultiContact PV branch socket MC3 PV-AZB3-UR MultiContact PV branch plug MC4 PV-AZS4 MultiContact PV branch socket MC4 PV-AZB4
Scope of applications Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring Grid-connected Stand-alone Monitoring
Description For MC type 3 For MC type 4 For MC type 4
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years