Phoenix Contact PV-C4M-S 6-16(-) Conector PV macho, crimp, 6-16mm², 1500V DC, 85A, IP65/IP67, preto 1284632

The Phoenix Contact PV-C4M-S 6-16(-) is a male photovoltaic connector engineered for high-current solar installations. Unlike generic MC4-style connectors, it handles cable cross-sections up to 16 mm² and carries up to 85 A at 1500 V DC, making it suitable for utility-scale string combiners and high-power module interconnections. Its crimp termination ensures a gas-tight, low-resistance connection that withstands thermal cycling and vibration.

Highlights

• Male connector for 6 mm² to 16 mm² PV cables
• Rated for 1500 V DC and 85 A (with 16 mm² cable)
• Crimp connection for durable, low-resistance contact
• IP65/IP67 protection when mated
• Operating temperature range: -40 °C to 85 °C
• Contact material: copper, tin-plated; insulation: PPE, UL 94 V-0

In daily use

Installers appreciate the snap-in locking that provides a secure yet releasable connection. The black PPE housing resists UV and weathering, while the wide cable outer diameter range (6.4 mm to 9.6 mm) accommodates common double-insulated PV wire. With a contact resistance below 0.3 mΩ, power losses are minimized even at full rated current.

Full specifications

• Connector type: Photovoltaic (PV) connector
• Gender: Male
• Connection method: Crimp
• Compatible cable cross-section: 6 mm² - 16 mm²
• Rated voltage (IEC): 1500 V DC
• Rated current (IEC, max): 85 A (for 16 mm² cable)
• Degree of protection: IP65 / IP67 (mated)
• Operating temperature range: -40 °C to 85 °C
• Contact material: Copper, tin-plated
• Insulating material: PPE (Polyphenylene ether)
• Flammability rating: UL 94 V-0
• Cable outer diameter range: 6.4 mm - 9.6 mm
• Pollution degree: 3
• Overvoltage category: III
• Color: Black
• Number of positions: 1
• Locking type: Snap-in
• Test voltage: 6 kV AC (50 Hz, 1 min)
• Contact resistance: < 0.3 mΩ

Final note

For high-power PV systems where every milliohm counts, the PV-C4M-S 6-16(-) delivers reliable, low-loss connections in a compact, field-proven design.