Material Composition | High-current automotive/marine systems | Industry Standard: Aluminum (18 AWG, ASTM B231) Our Base: Copper (16 AWG, ASTM B35) ▲ Our Advanced: Copper + tin plating (ISO 4926) ▲▲ | Base: 15% lower resistance than aluminum. Advanced: Corrosion resistance in saltwater. | Base: 20% heavier than aluminum. Advanced: Higher cost due to plating. |
Voltage Compatibility | 12V/24V marine/automotive systems | Industry Standard: 12V only (IEC 60698) Our Base: 12V/24V (IEC 60698-1) ▲ Our Advanced: 12V/24V/36V (IEC 60698-2) ▲▲ | Base: Supports both common automotive voltages. Advanced: Covers industrial 36V systems. | Base: Requires fuse selection. Advanced: Needs specialized fuses. |
Current Capacity | Heavy-duty equipment (e.g., winches) | Industry Standard: 20A max (IEC 60269-1) Our Base: 30A (IEC 60269-1) ▲ Our Advanced: 40A (IEC 60269-1) ▲▲ | Base: Handles 50% higher loads than standard. Advanced: Supports 100% higher loads. | Base: May overheat in extreme use. Advanced: Requires thicker wiring. |
Environmental Resistance | Marine/outdoor environments | Industry Standard: Non-waterproof (IP20) Our Base: IP67 (30min immersion, IEC 60529) ▲ Our Advanced: IP68 (1hr immersion + corrosion coating, ASTM B117) ▲▲ | Base: Resists dust/water splashes. Advanced: Survives prolonged saltwater exposure. | Base: Fails in long-term wet conditions. Advanced: Bulky design. |
Safety Features | Industrial/high-risk electrical systems | Industry Standard: Basic latch (no compliance) Our Base: Tamper-proof latch (UL 508A) ▲ Our Advanced: Thermal overload protection (IEC 60947-3) ▲▲ | Base: Prevents accidental opening. Advanced: Cuts power during overheating. | Base: Requires proper installation. Advanced: Adds cost. |
Design & Accessibility | Frequent maintenance (boats/RVs) | Industry Standard: Opaque cover + unlabeled slots Our Base: Clear cover + labeled slots (ISO 15706) ▲ Our Advanced: Color-coded labels + LED status (IEC 60825) ▲▲ | Base: Easy fuse status checks. Advanced: Visual alerts for blown fuses. | Base: Manual inspection needed. Advanced: Requires power for LEDs. |