The Rich Solar Energy Storage Connector For ALPHA 5 PRO Lets You Build Custom 4 AWG Battery Cables With a Keyed, Snap-Lock Plug Rated for 120A
The Rich Solar Energy Storage Connector for ALPHA 5 PRO is a DC cable connector for making custom cable connections to Rich Solar's ALPHA 5 PRO battery. It's rated for 1500V DC and 120A and fits 4 AWG (25 mm²) cable through a crimp terminal.
Choose the Positive Plug (RS-8001, orange) or the Negative Plug (RS-8002, black). Rich Solar states the connector is UL, CE and RoHS certified.
Rich Solar Energy Storage Connector For ALPHA 5 PRO Features
Different Contact Sizes for Each Polarity
The positive contact measures 10.7 mm and the negative 12.1 mm, which helps prevent a reversed connection. Orange marks positive and black marks negative.
Snap-Lock Connection Without Tools
The snap-fit lock mates without tools, with an insertion force of 60 N or less and a withdrawal force above 10 N. After mating, the head rotates 360° so you can line up the cable.
Sealed to IP67 When Mated
Mated connectors are rated IP67, withstand 48-hour salt spray testing and operate from -40°F to 257°F (-40°C to 125°C). The glass-fiber reinforced nylon housing carries a UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and the copper alloy contacts have a contact resistance of 0.5 mΩ or less.
Real-World Applications
Custom ALPHA 5 PRO cable lengths. Crimp the connector onto 4 AWG cable cut to the length your battery layout needs.
Organized battery installations. Rich Solar lists the mounting type as wall mount, and the head can turn after mating to follow your cable route.
Practical Comparison
Keyed Snap-Lock Plug Versus Bare Ring Terminals
A ring terminal bolts down and fits either polarity, so nothing stops a swapped connection. This connector uses a different contact size for positive and negative, locks without tools and is sealed to IP67 once mated.
Buyer Guidance
Use It Only With ALPHA 5 PRO Batteries
Rich Solar designed this connector for its ALPHA 5 PRO batteries only and does not recommend or support it with other batteries or third-party battery systems. Rich Solar states that damage or other problems from use with other batteries aren't covered.
Prepare the Cable
Use 4 AWG (25 mm²) cable and strip 13 to 14 mm of insulation for the crimp terminal. Each option is one polarity, so order a Positive Plug and a Negative Plug if you're making both cables. Rich Solar rates the connector for 100 mating cycles.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You have a Rich Solar ALPHA 5 PRO battery
- You want custom-length 4 AWG battery cables
- You want polarity-keyed, snap-lock connections
- Your install calls for an IP67 seal when mated
Common Questions
Will It Work With Other Batteries?
No. Rich Solar supports it only with ALPHA 5 PRO batteries.
What Cable Size Does It Accept?
4 AWG, also listed as 25 mm², with a recommended strip length of 13 to 14 mm.
How Do I Tell Positive From Negative?
The RS-8001 positive plug is orange and the RS-8002 negative plug is black. Their contacts are also different sizes.
What's Included
- 1 x Rich Solar RS-8001 Positive Connector, Orange (Positive Plug Option) or 1 x RS-8002 Negative Connector, Black (Negative Plug Option)
Keyed, Sealed Connections For Your ALPHA 5 PRO
The Rich Solar Energy Storage Connector for ALPHA 5 PRO gives you a 1500V DC, 120A rated, polarity-keyed plug for building 4 AWG cables to your battery. If you have questions about cabling your ALPHA 5 PRO, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
Rich Solar Energy Storage Connector For ALPHA 5 PRO 120 Amp 4 AWG Wall-Mount DC Connector Specifications
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| Model |
RS-8001 (Positive Plug), RS-8002 (Negative Plug) |
| Electrical |
| Rated Voltage |
1500 V DC |
| Rated Current |
120 A |
| Contact Resistance |
0.5 mΩ or less |
| Insulation Resistance |
5000 MΩ or more (dry) |
| Dielectric Withstand Voltage |
6800 V/min |
| Polarity |
RS-8001 positive (orange), RS-8002 negative (black) |
| Positive Contact Diameter |
10.7 mm |
| Negative Contact Diameter |
12.1 mm |
| Mechanical |
| Locking Mechanism |
Snap-fit |
| Mounting Type |
Wall mount |
| Terminal Type |
Crimp |
| Compatible Cable |
4 AWG / 25 mm² |
| Recommended Strip Length |
13-14 mm |
| Mating Cycles |
100 |
| Insertion Force |
60 N or less |
| Withdrawal Force |
More than 10 N |
| Rotation After Mating |
360° |
| Environmental and Physical |
| IP Rating |
IP67 (mated) |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°F to 257°F (-40°C to 125°C) |
| Salt Spray Test |
48 hours |
| Housing Material |
Glass-fiber reinforced nylon (PA+GF) |
| Contact Material |
Copper alloy |
| Flammability |
UL94 V-0 |
| Dimensions |
2.60 x 0.63 in (66 x 16 mm) |
| Net Weight |
1.31 oz (37 g) |
| Certifications |
| Safety |
UL, CE |
| Environmental |
RoHS |
| Fit |
| Battery Compatibility |
Rich Solar ALPHA 5 PRO only |
Rich Solar RS-8001 and RS-8002 Energy Storage Connector Specification Sheet