VG 96917 – Erich Jaeger 2‑Pin 24 V Power Connector System Overview NATO Stock Number: 5935‑12‑322‑9791 The VG 96917 connector system is a NATO‐approved standard for 2‑pin 24 V battery charging and jump‑start connectors, originally developed for German Bundeswehr vehicles and now widely used in heavy‑duty and defense platforms . Applications Designed primarily for military and defense vehicles, the system handles battery charging, trunk jump‑starts, and power supply to lifting/elevator devices. Increasingly adopted in trucks, forklifts, and industrial heavy‑vehicles due to its rugged reliability. Models & Technical Specifications 2P/24 V (135 A) Plug – VG 96917 E001A (Article No. 251097) Rated current: 135 A (for 35 mm² contacts) Peak current (short‑term): Approx. 245 A at 24 V Housing: Break‑proof metal, black with bronze‑green (RAL 6031‑F9) screw‑ring Contact surface: Silver‑plated (Ag) Contact termination: Crimp or solder Cable cross‑section: Up to 35 mm² (cable diameter up to ~13 mm) Outlet style: Cap nut, radial cable exit or dual 180° Ingress protection: IP 54, IP X4, IP X7—submersible and vibration‑resistant 2P/24 V (168 A) Plug – VG 96917 A002 (Article No. 251098) Rated current: 168 A Peak current: Up to 305 A short‑load at 24 V Cable support: Up to 50 mm² cross‑section Contact termination: Crimp or solder Protection: IP 54, IP X4, IP X7 Construction: Metal screw‑ring (bronze‑green), silver‑plated contacts inside black metal housing 2P/24 V Socket – VG 96917 (35 mm² and 50 mm² versions) 35 mm² Socket (Article No. 151302): Rated 135 A, up to 245 A peak load 50 mm² Socket (A002 / Article No. 151211): Rated 168 A, peak 305 A Design: Break‑proof metal housing in bronze‑green (RAL 6031‑F9), crimp or solder sleeve contacts, double sealing, high pull‑force resilience Ingress protection: IP 54, IP X4, IP X7; insertion/withdrawal ≤ 400 N, crimp pull‑force ≥ 2000 N Standard Compliance & Certification Approved under VG 96917:2016-01, the standard specifies rigorous military testing, including temperature range (–46 °C to +85 °C), endurance (≥ 500 mating cycles), insulation resistance, dielectric strength, vibration/climate tests, corrosion resistance, and contact resistance ≤ 0.35 mΩ Erich Jaeger is one of only a few manufacturers with valid Bundeswehr (BAAINBw/BWB) certification under VG 96917, ensuring authentic product identification via correct color coding, labeling, and manufacturing traceability Product Summary Table Model Rated Current Peak Current Max Cable Size IP Protection Contacts Housing Color VG 96917 E001A Plug (35 mm²) 135 A ~245 A 35 mm² IP 54/X4/X7 Silver‑plated Black + Bronze‑Green VG 96917 A002 Plug (50 mm²) 168 A ~305 A 50 mm² IP 54/X4/X7 Silver‑plated Black + Bronze‑Green VG 96917 Socket (35 or 50 mm²) 135 A / 168 A 245 A / 305 A 35–50 mm² IP 54/X4/X7 Sleeve/crimp Bronze‑Green Key Advantages Engineered for extreme environments and high‑current endurance Durable, break‑proof metal housings with NATO‑specified color coding Certified VG 96917 compliant – trusted in defense and industrial sectors Supports flexible termination methods (crimp or solder) for ease of assembly Full waterproof and vibration‑resistant performance per IP X7 and mechanical standards