Australian Trailer Plug/Sockets

7 Pin Round - Large & Small

There is a large and small variety of this plug and socket type. Type 1 is the large 7 pin
connector type with a PCD (Pitch Centre Diameter) of 20mm, whilst Type 2 is the small 7
pin connector type with a PCD of 13mm. The larger round Type 1, 7 pin plug seems to be
quite popular in Victoria. Both Type 1 and 2 plugs have a locating notch at the bottom. For
reference - a Type 3 connector is the flat variety and this comes in 7 pin and 12 pin.

Please note that because of interchangeability problems that may arise, it is recommended
that pin number 5 in the 7 pin connectors be used only for service brakes. If auxiliary circuits
are required, then the 12 pin Type 3 connector would be preferable.

7 pin connectors are mandatory on all new trailer units first registered after January 1, 1988,
allowing sufficient connections to cope with all lighting requirements and electric brake
controls. Since the introduction of the mandatory 7 pin connector, all wiring connections
have been standardised and the use of a specific trailer cabling involving seven wires and
standardised colouring has also been adopted. The 7 pin round Type 1 and Type 2 connectors
are found in all states and territories throughout Australia.
 Pin 1 - Yellow - Left-hand turn indicator

 Pin 2 - Black - Reversing signal

 Pin 3 - White - Earth return

 Pin 4 - Green - Right-hand turn indicator

 Pin 5 - Blue - Service brakes

 Pin 6 - Red - Stop lamps

 Pin 7 - Brown - Rear lamps, clearance and side marker lamps