{"product_id":"13-pin-euro-trailer-socket-adapter-12v-tow-bar-plug","title":"13-Pin Euro Trailer Socket Adapter | 12V Tow Bar Plug","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003e13-Pin Euro Trailer Socket – Reliable 12V Tow Bar Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your caravan or trailer fully powered on every journey with this European-standard 13-pin trailer socket adapter. Designed for caravans, semi-trailers, and commercial towing vehicles, this robust plug ensures a secure, interference-free electrical connection between your tow vehicle and trailer — so your fridge stays running, your battery stays charged, and your lights stay fully operational the entire trip. Made in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This 13-Pin Trailer Socket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowers Caravan Fridge \u0026amp; Battery Charging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12V ignition-linked pins keep your caravan refrigerator and leisure battery topped up while you drive — arrive ready to relax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Lighting Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated pins for left\/right indicators, brake lights, fog lights, reversing lights, tail lights, and number plate lights keep you road-legal and safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black ABS plastic housing with copper contacts and a shock-resistant interior design prevents short circuits and stands up to the rigours of regular towing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Detachable Tow Bars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tucks away neatly when not in use, so there are no exposed electrics cluttering the rear of your vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Standard Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with European-specification trailers, caravans, horse boxes, and semi-trailers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaravan Interior Lighting Feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your vehicle's battery to power caravan lights while hitched up — no need for a separate power source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePin-by-Pin Function Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWire Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLeft Direction Indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFog Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEarth Return\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRight Direction Indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRight Tail \u0026amp; 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Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e European (Euro Round)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Mainland China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × 13-Pin Trailer Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrowse More Automotive Essentials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/0-50-psi-dial-tire-pressure-gauge-car-motorcycle-bike\"\u003e0–50 PSI Dial Tire Pressure Gauge – Car, Motorcycle \u0026amp; Bike\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-5l-electric-high-pressure-foam-sprayer-portable-car-wash-gun\"\u003e1.5L Electric Foam Sprayer – Portable High-Pressure Car Wash Gun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-pin-pre-wired-glow-plug-connector-vw-audi-bmw-fiat-ford-55200755\"\u003e1-Pin Pre-Wired Glow Plug Connector | VW Audi BMW Fiat Ford\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on road safety and trailer towing regulations, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or refer to CPSC.gov for consumer product safety guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this 13-pin trailer socket compatible with all European-standard caravans?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. 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