Victron Solar Cable 5m / 6mm² with MC4 Male and Female Connectors (PV-ST01)

This is a pre-assembled 5-metre solar DC cable from Victron Energy, fitted with MC4-compatible male and female connectors (PV-ST01 type). It is designed for connecting solar panels to combiner boxes, charge controllers or other DC wiring in PV installations. The 6mm² cross-section suits higher-current panel strings where voltage drop and heat dissipation matter.

Key Features

• 5-metre length, ready to install with no additional crimping or termination required.
• 6mm² conductor cross-section, suitable for higher-current PV string connections.
• Fitted with MC4-compatible PV-ST01 male and female connectors, one at each end.
• Designed for outdoor DC solar applications with UV-resistant cable construction.
• Supplied by Victron Energy, manufactured to consistent quality standards for PV use.

Product Overview

Pre-terminated solar cables remove the risk of incorrectly crimped or mismatched connectors on site. This cable arrives with a PV-ST01 MC4-compatible male connector at one end and a female connector at the other, making it a direct extension or interconnect cable for standard MC4-equipped panels and components.

The 6mm² conductor is the correct choice where cable runs are longer or where panel current output is higher, as it reduces resistive losses compared to the more common 4mm² option. For a 5-metre run at typical residential or commercial string currents, 6mm² keeps voltage drop within acceptable limits and reduces heat build-up in the cable.

MC4 (PV-ST01) connectors are the industry standard for solar panel interconnection. They are rated for outdoor use, provide a secure locking connection, and are compatible with the vast majority of solar panels and DC components on the market. Always verify connector brand compatibility before mixing connector types on the same string.

Specifications

• SKU: SCA000500100
• Cable length: 5 metres
• Conductor cross-section: 6mm²
• Connector type: MC4-compatible PV-ST01, male and female
• Weight: 0.768 kg
• GTIN: 8719076025177

Applications

• Extending or interconnecting solar panel strings in residential and commercial PV installations.
• Connecting panels to string combiner boxes or DC isolators.
• Off-grid solar systems where panels feed directly into a charge controller or inverter-charger.
• Replacement or additional cabling for existing MC4-equipped PV arrays.
• Marine and mobile solar installations using standard MC4-compatible panels.

What Is Included

• 1 x Victron solar cable, 5m, 6mm², with MC4-compatible PV-ST01 male connector at one end and female connector at the other.

Installation Notes

DC solar wiring should be carried out by a qualified electrician or MCS-accredited installer. Ensure the cable polarity is correct before making any connections, and confirm that the PV-ST01 connectors are compatible with the connector brand used elsewhere in the string. Do not mix connector brands on the same string without verifying cross-compatibility, as this can create a fire or arc-fault risk. For grid-connected systems, all DC wiring must comply with current UK wiring regulations and any applicable G98 or G99 requirements.