13792100 - ESAB OKC 25 Panel Socket Receptacle 0366306880

Technical Overview of the ESAB 0366306880 Output Receptacle

The ESAB 0366306880 is a specialized output receptacle designed for the maintenance and repair of ESAB welding power sources. This component serves as the female panel-mounted socket, accepting male OKC 25 (Dinse-style) cable connectors. It is critical for maintaining the integrity of the secondary welding circuit, ensuring that current is transferred efficiently from the machine to the welding leads without significant voltage drop or resistive heating.

Manufactured to ESAB's stringent quality standards, this receptacle features high-conductivity internal contacts, typically machined from brass or copper alloy, housed within a durable, insulating thermoplastic body. The OKC 25 standard generally corresponds to cable cross-sections ranging from 10mm² to 25mm², making this part suitable for portable inverters and light-to-medium duty welding machines. The twist-lock mechanism inherent to the OKC/Dinse design ensures a positive mechanical and electrical connection that resists vibration and accidental pull-out.

Technicians replacing this part should verify the machine's specific parts list, as larger machines may utilize OKC 50 or OKC 95 connectors which are not interchangeable with this OKC 25 unit. Proper installation involves securing the receptacle to the front panel and connecting the internal power bus or wiring to the rear of the receptacle, ensuring all connections are torqued to specification to prevent internal arcing.