Description
xSolar Adapter Cable MC4 Male to MC3 Female 15cm
This short adapter cable converts an MC4 male connector to an MC3 female connector, allowing MC4-terminated solar panels or cables to connect to older MC3-compatible equipment. It is a practical solution for mixed-connector installations where MC4 and MC3 components need to interface without replacing existing wiring.
Key Features
- MC4 male connector on one end, MC3 female connector on the other, enabling direct MC4-to-MC3 interfacing.
- Cable length of 15cm keeps the adapter compact and tidy within a junction box or panel array.
- Supplied by Victron Energy, manufactured to consistent quality standards for solar DC wiring applications.
- Lightweight at 35g, adding negligible weight to any installation.
- SKU SCA500100000 for straightforward ordering and stock management.
Product Overview
MC4 connectors are the current standard for solar panel wiring, while MC3 connectors were widely used in earlier installations and on some legacy charge controllers and combiner boxes. Where these two systems meet, a direct connection is not possible without an adapter. This cable bridges that gap cleanly, with a 15cm length that is long enough to make the connection without creating excess slack.
The male MC4 end accepts the female MC4 connector found on most modern solar panels and extension cables. The female MC3 end plugs into the male MC3 output of older equipment. This orientation is fixed, so confirm the connector genders on your specific components before ordering.
Specifications
- SKU: SCA500100000
- Connector A: MC4 male
- Connector B: MC3 female
- Cable length: 15cm
- Weight: 0.035kg (35g)
- GTIN: 8719076025207
Applications
- Connecting MC4-terminated solar panels to legacy MC3-compatible charge controllers.
- Adapting modern solar extension cables to older MC3 combiner boxes or junction points.
- Retrofit and upgrade installations where MC3 equipment is being retained alongside newer MC4 components.
- Off-grid systems where older charge controllers with MC3 inputs are still in service.
What Is Included
- 1 x Solar adapter cable, MC4 male to MC3 female, 15cm
Installation Notes
Verify the connector gender and type on both the panel side and the equipment side before installation. MC4 and MC3 connectors are not interchangeable without an adapter, and incorrect pairing can result in poor contact or damage. Solar DC wiring carries live voltage whenever panels are exposed to light. All wiring work should be carried out by a qualified electrician or accredited solar installer. For grid-connected systems, ensure compliance with G98 or G99 requirements as applicable.
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Non-faulty items returned after 14 days and/or not in their original, undamaged packaging can only be exchanged for store credit - 15% off the items returned.
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.