Socapex

There are a range of Socapex connectors, the most frequently used in theatre is the size 4, 19 pin multicore connector, used for carrying six circuits of Dimmed Power or Hard Power from the dimmers or socket outlets to the desired location, often to a Six Lamp Bar. Socapex is in fact a trade name, in the same way that Hoover is.

Used as a multicore for large PA systems, running between the amplifiers and a speaker stack. A 37 pin variant is used for analogue lighting control.

Wiring

BS7909:2008 Annex H (informative) lists standard connections for 19-pin connectors used in lighting applications:

Note: It is important for lighting applications that the metal shell of these connectors is equipotentialy bonded with at least one CPC of the Cable

Note: Pin 19 is sometimes used for bonding extraneous metalwork.

The standard wiring for a 19 pin size 4 Socapex, the normal connector used for lighting purposes is:

See Also

• Topic on dismantling and reassembly of CEEP socapex connectors
• Lectriflex/Harting
• Bulgin (Connector)

External Links

• Socapex
• USITT Recommended Practice RP-1: Contact Function Assignment for Multi-Circuit Circular Connectors Used for the Distribution of Multiple Lighting Circuits