Locking 12v sockets

[robbieg]

I frequently find 12v cigarette socket/plug type connectors come undone. Are the Hella type any better-do they stay together once you plug into the socket?

 

[PBooth]

I have had some from ASAP, you twist the plug so that the outer springs lock behind a pair of lugs. These are the best cigar type sockets that I have seen. They are flush mounted and have a rubber cover.

 

[pvb]

Yes, the Hella type is good - the groove around the central pin "clicks" positively into spring contacts in the socket.

 

[robbieg]

Thanks-very helpful.

 

[Drascomber]

Marinco ones are very good and comptible with most cigar lighter plugs although only the Marinco ones will lock.