Power supply during camping

How to get electricity at the campsite?

How do I get electricity for my motorhome, camper, caravan or caravan? At the campsite, electricity is supplied via distribution boxes or electricity pillars. Once the vehicle is upright, the first step is often to supply it with electricity.

The most common type of power supply for camping is CEE. CEE sockets at campsites are usually recognisable by their blue colour.

Which plug fits on the campsite?

The blue CEE plug (also known as a camping plug) is plugged into the supply station of the campsite and connected to the CEE input socket of the vehicle. As soon as the 3-pin CEE plug is plugged into the blue CEE socket, the vehicle's batteries are conserved and all electrical appliances in the mobile home are supplied with power.

The blue colour indicates the voltage range from 200 V to 250 V. The advantage of the blue CEE plug is that it is designed for permanent use. This can also be seen from the three long contact pins, which also ensure that the contacts are held securely.

The CEE 230 V plug promises continuous currents of up to 16 A and extra safe use. The cover provides protection against foreign bodies and splashing water in accordance with the IP44 protection class required for outdoor use.

• According to regulations, the electrical connection between the power supply and the vehicle must be made of a so-called heavy rubber hose line (H07RN-F).
• By using a rubber cable, it is protected against petrol, oil and other liquids, and it is also considered relatively safe for vehicles to drive over the cable. Furthermore, it is insensitive to weathering, UV radiation and, unlike hard plastic, does not become porous.
• The right wire diameter of the cable for connecting a caravan or motor home must be at least 2.5 mm² for a rated current of 16 A. A smaller diameter is not permitted for use on outdoor campsites.
• Cables in signal colours, such as the orange colour in the brennenstuhl® range for power supply at the campsite, ensure more safety and prevent you from overlooking tripping hazards.