Overview

The Vimar Idea is a 2-pole 6 A, 24 V SELV socket outlet for auxiliary circuits and for use with the matching 01620 plug with 3 mm pins spaced 12.4 mm apart. It is part of the Idea device range and gives you a dedicated low-voltage connection point rather than a standard AC receptacle.

For onboard installations, this outlet makes sense where a 24 V auxiliary point is needed in a cabin panel, helm console, or service area that stays protected from direct spray. The device depth is 36 mm, which matters when you are checking box depth and panel clearance before fitting it into a finished interior.

This is a straightforward low-voltage outlet with no hinged lid and no locking feature, so it is better suited to sheltered mounting positions. It works best in projects that already use Vimar Idea devices and need a clean, matching finish across the switch panel.

Key features

• Rated 24 V SELV and 6 A for auxiliary low-voltage circuits
• 2-pole outlet matched to Vimar plug 01620 with 3 mm pins and 12.4 mm spacing between centres
• Part of the Vimar Idea device range for panels built around the same series
• 36 mm device depth for planning back-box and panel clearance
• Available in gray and ivory to match different interior panel finishes
• Open-face outlet with no lid and no lock, which suits protected interior locations

Variants

This outlet is offered in two color configurations within the same product family.

The listed variants share the same 24 V SELV rating, 6 A current rating, plug format, and device depth. The visible difference between them is the front color.

• VM16300.B: Color Ivory. This finish works well on lighter panels and trims where a softer off-white tone is preferred.
• VM16300: Color Gray. This finish blends more easily with darker panels and technical interior spaces.

Compatibility and fit

This outlet is intended for the matching 01620 plug and should not be treated as a general-purpose socket for other plug styles. On a boat, that makes it useful where you want a clearly defined 24 V auxiliary connection point and want to avoid confusion with AC outlets or other low-voltage fittings.

Before ordering, check that your switch panel or mounting arrangement is built around the Vimar Idea range and that you have enough rear clearance for the 36 mm body depth. Because the front has no protective lid, it is better placed in sheltered interior locations rather than exposed deck or washdown areas.

Installation and setup

This unit is a good match for refits and new builds that already use Vimar Idea devices in the cabin, chart area, helm console, or another protected control panel. It also suits auxiliary low-voltage circuits where a dedicated plug and socket format is preferred for neat wiring and a more controlled connection point.

As a 24 V SELV outlet, it should stay within the vessel's low-voltage auxiliary circuit layout and be separated from mains fittings during planning and installation. That helps keep the panel layout clear for anyone using or servicing the system later.