Product details
Maypole professional adaptor – converts 13-pin vehicle socket to 7-pin trailer plug
This Maypole MP601 is a proper handy bit of kit for anyone who needs to hook a 7-pin trailer up to a modern car with a 13-pin socket. It converts your vehicle’s 13-pin socket to the standard 12N 7-pin connection so the trailer gets the basic lighting – indicators, tail lights and brakes – without any rewiring or faff. Ideal if you only tow now and then or are borrowing a trailer.
Key features
- Converts a 13-pin vehicle socket to a 12N 7-pin trailer plug — a simple fix for older trailers and caravans.
- Nickel-plated pins for better electrical contact and resistance to corrosion.
- Weatherproof spring-loaded cap keeps the adaptor clean and dry when not in use.
- Compact plastic mini adaptor (MP601) that stows easily in the glovebox or boot.
- Provides basic 12N lighting functions only — it does not feed reverse lights or extra circuits.
It’s small but well thought out: the spring-loaded cap stops muck and water getting in, and the nickel-plated pins help keep a steady connection even in damp British weather. You can fit it in seconds — no costly rewiring or an electrician needed. Handy if you swap cars, tow occasionally or lend a caravan to a mate.
Compatibility and use cases
Perfect for connecting 7-pin trailers, caravans or small plant trailers to vehicles fitted with a 13-pin tow socket. Use it when:
- You’re borrowing a neighbour’s trailer and your car only has a 13-pin socket.
- Towing a small caravan or trailer that only needs the basic lighting circuits.
- You want a simple, temporary 7-pin hookup without making permanent changes to the vehicle.
Bear in mind: this adaptor supplies the standard 12N functions only. If the trailer needs reverse lights or additional power feeds, this adaptor won’t provide those circuits. Always check the trailer’s connector type and the vehicle’s towing electrics before setting off.
Specifications and additional info
Model: MP601 (Item model number: N601). Manufacturer part number: MP601. OEM part number: 601. Item weight: 90 g. Package dimensions approx. 17.9 x 11.7 x 4.4 cm. Sourced from the EU. Material: plastic body with nickel-plated pins.
All in all, a no-nonsense adaptor that makes life easier when a 7-pin hookup is needed quickly and without fuss. If you’re unsure about compatibility with a specific trailer, double-check the trailer’s connector type and lighting requirements before you head off.