This page lists the items that I have for sale, their prices and their availability..
Since 2009-01, I am the pfranc contact for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, providing plugs and cables for Garmin GPS products to individuals as well as to companies. The lists below show the items that I have usually in stock, but of course I can bring you the whole pfranc program.
The following connectors are available according to the "plug for a pledge" principle; the prices are therefore suggested pledges and apply only for orders of 1 or 2 items. If you need more, in particular "industrial" quantities, just ask: I can offer you a serious rebate!
| Part code | Description | Photo | Suggested pledge per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| pPlug | The "classic", round plug with 12.7 mm diameter. Fits at least the Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot (= connector 4 pins, supply voltage 12 V and more) and Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40 (= connector 5 pins, supply voltage max. 8 V). | ![]() |
10.00 CHF |
| ePlug | Connector for Garmin Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko. Straight shape, similar to the original Garmin part. | ![]() |
10.00 CHF |
| e2Plug | Connector for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko; angled shape. This one is so thin that your eTrex can lay flat against a surface. | ![]() |
10.00 CHF |
| rPlug | Connector for Garmin rino. | ![]() |
10.00 CHF |
| USB24 | Miniature USB cable with standard connectors (USB A and USB mini-B), extremely lightweight: only 14 g (the cable provided by Garmin: 66 g!). Length 60 cm. | ![]() |
10.00 CHF |
The prices for pfranc items in the following tables are given in CHF, since I normally ship these products only in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. For other countries, it may be more convenient to check first with your local Pfranc if he carries the product you need.
Cables for Garmin GPS receivers with the round pPlug connector (4 or 5 pins, 12.7 mm)
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| pDP0 | Power/Data cable, pPlug to bare wires. Length ca. 150 cm. This is what you want if you're going to make your own data or power cable for Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot (= connector 4 pins, supply voltage 12 V and more) and Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40 (= connector 5 pins, supply voltage max. 8 V). In contrast to cheap copies, all 4 wires are connected and available. - Ferrite bead not always included. | ![]() |
17.90 CHF |
| pD32 | Power/Data cable for all GPS with 4-pin pPlug connector, such as Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot (12 V and above). Length ca. 150 cm, with ferrite bead. The GPS can be powered through pin 9 of the sub-D connector: in combination with P12M or P812M this data cable becomes a cigarette lighter power cable (see pPOD32 for pricing)! - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4; see pUSB32. | ![]() |
19.90 CHF |
| pD8 | Power/Data cable for all GPS with 5-pin pPlug connector, typically the 8 V models: Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40. Length ca. 150 cm, with ferrite bead. GPS can be powered through sub-D pin 6: in combination with P812M this becomes a cigarette lighter power cable - see pPOD8! - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4, too - see pUSB8. | ![]() |
19.90 CHF |
| P12M | Car plug power adapter with short 9-pin connector, provides 12 V on pin 9. Perfect for use with pD32. | ![]() |
6.90 CHF |
| P812M | Car plug power adapter with short 9-pin connector, provides 12 V on pin 9 and 8 V on pin 6. Perfect for use with pD32 and/or pD8. All metal surfaces are gold coated. | ![]() |
10.80 CHF Currently out of stock, available with 2-3 weeks delay |
| pPOD32 | Car plug power adapter and data cable for all GPS that use the 4-pin pPlug (12 V and above: Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot). This is a combo made from P12M and pD32. Try to get a data cable plus a car power cable elsewhere for that price ... | ![]() |
24.90 CHF |
| pPOD8 | Car plug power adapter and data cable for all GPS that use the 5-pin pPlug (8 V: Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40). This is a combo made from P812M and pD8: Try to get a data cable plus a car power cable elsewhere for that price ... | ![]() |
27.90 CHF |
| pPDIN32 | Power cable specially for motorcycle use: The GPS is powered through the plug for the standard DIN ISO 4165 socket (aka Powerlet connector; standard on all BMW motorcycles). For all GPS with 4-pin pPlug connector, such as Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot (12 V and above). Length ca. 60 cm, up to 150 cm upon request. | ![]() |
24.90 CHF |
| pCombo32 | Power and Data simultaneously: Connect your GPS to a laptop and at the same time provide power from a cigarette lighter socket. Y-cable, 120 cm power, 150 cm RS232. For Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot (= connector 4 pins, supply voltage 12 V and more). - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4; see pUSBCombo. | ![]() |
39.90 CHF |
| pUSB32 | Combination of the pD32 data cable and the USB-G4 converter, for a nicer price. Of course you can unplug them and use the pD32 with a normal serial port, or use the USB-G4 for other serial devices that need to plug into a COM port. | ![]() |
49.90 CHF |
| pUSB8 | Combination of the pD8 data cable and the USB-G4 converter, for a nicer price. Of course you can unplug them and use the pD8 with a normal serial port, or use the USB-G4 for other serial devices that need to plug into a COM port. | ![]() |
49.90 CHF |
| pUSBCombo32 | This combo covers all connectivity issues: Combination of the pCombo32 power and data cable and the USB-G4 converter, for a nicer price. Of course you can unplug them and use the pCombo32 with a normal serial port, or use the USB-G4 for other serial devices that need to plug into a COM port. | ![]() |
69.50 CHF |
| pPalm | Data cable for data transfer between a GPS with the 4- or 5-pin pPlug (Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40 and Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot) and a Palm PDA. Suitable for Palm devices with a serial port, such as my Palm T2 ;-). Note: These are not in stock and only made upon request, please allow 6 weeks for delivery. | ![]() |
34.90 CHF |
Cables for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| eDP0 | Power/Data cable, e2Plug (Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko) to bare wires. Length ca. 120 cm. In contrast to cheap copies, all 4 wires are connected and available. | photo to come | 17.90 CHF |
| eD1 | Data cable for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko: e2Plug to sub-D. Length ca. 150 cm. Ferrite bead not always included. - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4; see eUSB1. | ![]() |
19.90 CHF |
| eD1a | Data cable for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko: e2Plug to sub-D. Length ca. 100 cm. - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4; see eUSB1. | ![]() |
19.90 CHF |
| eD1b | Data cable for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko: ePlug to sub-D. Length ca. 100 cm. - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4. | ![]() |
19.90 CHF |
| eP3 | Car plug power adapter cable for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko, with ultra-flat e2Plug connector. Provides 3.0...3.3 V@400 mA. Smooth cable, length ca. 150 cm, with ferrite bead. All metal surfaces are gold coated. | ![]() |
22.90 CHF |
| ePC6 | Car plug power adapter cable for Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko, with ultra-flat e2Plug connector. Provides 3.0...3.3 V@400 mA. Coiled cable, with ferrite bead. All metal surfaces are gold coated. | ![]() |
24.90 CHF |
| P3V | Car plug power adapter, 3V to bare wires (ca. 20 cm). Provides 3.0...3.3 V@400 mA. All metal surfaces are gold coated. | (same unit as in eP3 and ePC6) | 14.90 CHF |
| eUSB1a | Combination of the eD1a data cable and the USB-G4 converter, for a nicer price. Of course you can unplug them and use the eD1a with a normal serial port, or use the USB-G4 for other serial devices that need to plug into a COM port. | ![]() |
52.90 CHF |
| eUSB1b | Combination of the eD1b data cable and the USB-G4 converter, for a nicer price. Of course you can unplug them and use the eD1b with a normal serial port, or use the USB-G4 for other serial devices that need to plug into a COM port. | ![]() |
52.90 CHF |
| ePalm | Data cable for data transfer between a GPS with ePlug (Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko) and a Palm PDA. Suitable for Palm devices with a serial port, such as the Palm T1 and T2. Note: These are not in stock and only made upon request, please allow 6 weeks for delivery. | ![]() |
34.90 CHF |
| e2Palm | Data cable for data transfer between a GPS with e2Plug (Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko) and a Palm PDA. Suitable for Palm devices with a serial port, such as the Palm T1 and T2. Note: These are not in stock and only made upon request, please allow 6 weeks for delivery. | ![]() |
34.90 CHF |
Miscellaneous accessories for your Garmin GPS receiver
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-G4 | Converter to connect RS232 devices to "modern" computers that have only USB. There are many cheaper units on the market, but this one is guaranteed to work with all Garmin GPS that use RS232 connection. Of course you can use it for any other serial device that need to plug into a COM port: fax/modem, label printer, etc. - Drivers for Win98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X are available; Linux has - of course - built-in support (which means: plug it in and you're ready to do things like gpsbabel -i garmin -f /dev/ttyUSB0 -o gpx -F foobar.gpx | ![]() |
36.90 CHF |
| rD1 | Power/Data cable for Garmin rino: rPlug to sub-D. Length ca. 150 cm. - If your computer has no more serial port, you may eventually want to combine this with the USB-G4. | ![]() |
19.80 CHF |
| DB9m4 | Adapter cable for the serial (RS232) port, with ca. 1 m of cable. DB9 female. For making your own data cable. | ![]() |
4.90 CHF |
This is a circuit to avoid a reset of the GPS receiver when the engine is started - for a detailed description, see the corresponding page on this site. The circuit works at least with all Garmin GPS of the "60" and "76" series, and will certainly also work with all GPSr that have similar electrical data such as the GPS 72. As an example, a customer with a Honda Africa Twin used it successfully with a Garmin GPS12; the circuit was simply installed in the line between the original plug (containing a voltage reducer/regulator) and the GPS receiver.
The device comes with detailed instructions.
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPS-BUF | GPS buffer circuit, tested, sealed and ready to use but without connectors. Best suited for installation in an existing GPS power supply cabling. | ![]() |
18.50 EUR |
| GPS-G4R | Same as GPS-BUF but equipped with Garmin connector, open ends on the motorcycle side. Default is the round pPlug for Garmin GPS 12, 38, 40 and Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot, but I can also make it with the ePlug or (preferably) e2Plug for your Garmin eTrex, eMap, Geko. | ![]() |
26.00 EUR |
| GPS-G4D | Same as GPS-BUF but equipped with 12-V plug for the standard DIN ISO 4165 sockets (aka Powerlet connector) and Garmin connector pPlug (for Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot). | ![]() |
34.00 EUR |
| GPS-A4R | Same as GPS-BUF but equipped with AMP Superseal power connector and Garmin connector pPlug (for Garmin 12CX, 12MAP, 12XL, 45, 48, 60, 60C, 60Cx, 60CS, 60CSx, 72, 76, 76C, 76Cx, 76CS, 76CSx, 89, 90, 92, 96C, 176, 176C, 196, 295, GPS II, II+, III, III+, V and most Street Pilot) on the other side. | ![]() |
34.00 EUR |
A simple but very efficient device. It monitors the onboarsd (battery) voltage continuously: As long as this is around 13.6 V (plusminus about 0.8 V), the charging system is very probably working properly. A red LED is used to signal a voltage that is too low to charge the battery (usually a sign for alternator failure - frequent on BMW airheads), and a yellow LED indicates overvoltage (usually due to a defective voltage regulator - frequent on Honda Africa Twin). For a detailed description, see the corresponding page on this site.
The devices come with detailed installation instructions. All units are, of course, tested individually, and the exact display voltages are recorded and delivered with every single unit.
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VM2-INT | LED voltage monitor, LEDs inside the unit. Mounting on any flat surface using 2 adhesive pads and cable ties (included). Cable length about 50...60 cm. | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
| VM2-IAT | LED voltage monitor. Same as VM2-INT but with specific connectors for Honda Africa Twin: Plug-and-play! Mounting material (pads, cable ties) included. | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
| VM2-IM6 | LED voltage monitor. Same as VM2-INT but with mounting bolt M6 on the back. This is what you want if you have e.g. a BMW GS or G/S up to summer 1990. Mounting material (nuts, washer) included. | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
| VM2-EXT | LED voltage monitor, LEDs external: Allows for a discreet installation on bikes with a fairing or dashboard. Zip ties included. LED can be mounted in holes with 5.0 mm diameter, or using common LED holders (not included). | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
| VM2-DUO | LED voltage monitor, special version with a single, external bi-colour LED. This is the most discreet version available, since it requires only a single hole with 5.0 mm diameter, or a common LED holder (not included). | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
| VM2-CUST | LED voltage monitor, the photo shows just one example of a custom-made version. Price upon request: contact me with your specific needs. | ![]() |
upon request |
| VM2-CAR | LED voltage monitor for in-car use, mounted in a plug-type housing for the car cigarette lighter (and hence not weatherproof). | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
An increasing number of devices can be powered or charged through USB: PDA, mobile phone, MP3 player, digital camera, some GPS, you name it. Having received requests for simple USB power supplies that can be used on the motorcycle or in the car, I have now several types available. Technical data:
All units are conform to the specifications as "USB Chargers" according to rev 1.1 of the (USB) Battery Charging Specification.
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-P1 | Car plug USB charger. Allows charging and powering devices like PDA, MP3 player etc. in the car. Input cigarette lighter plug, output on USB type A connector. | ![]() |
8.90 EUR |
| USB-P2 | USB charger, allows charging and powering devices like PDA, MP3 player, GPS receiver (Garmin Oregon!) etc. on your motorcycle. Input bare wires (select a connector from the list below if desired), output to a fixed USB mini-B plug, cable length ca. 50+50 cm. The device is weatherproof. | ![]() |
19.90 EUR |
| USB-P3 | USB charger, allows charging and powering devices like PDA, MP3 player etc. from the motorcycle. Input bare wires (add a connector from the list below if desired), output on USB type A connector. Note that the electronics is weatherproof but the USB connector as such is not: it should not be used in wet or dusty environment. | ![]() |
29.00 EUR |
Miscellaneous connectors and adapters for power supply. The actual part may look somewhat different (depending on my stock); however, the functionality will be the same - or better.
Please note that the plugs for the DIN ISO 4165 socket ("Powerlet") and for the cigarette lighter are not weatherproof, i.e. they should not be used in a wet or dusty environment.
| Part code | Description | Photo | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DINPlug | Plug for the DIN ISO 4165 socket, aka "Powerlet connector". | ![]() |
6.95 EUR |
| ComboPlug | Combo-plug for the DIN ISO 4165 socket, aka "Powerlet connector", and for the cigarette lighter. Allows to use a device on both the motorcycle and the car without swapping cables. | ![]() |
10.95 EUR |
| Mot2Car-a | Rigid DIN ISO 4165 ("Powerlet") to cigarette socket adapter. Allows to use devices with "car plug" on the motorcycle. | ![]() |
16.95 EUR |
| Mot2Car-b | Extension line (default 2 m) and adapter in one. Allows to use devices designed with car (cigarette lighter) socket via a motorcycle plug (DIN ISO 4165 plug, aka "Powerlet"). Also useful for camping, if you want to power the Laptop inside the tent from the motorcycle battery. | ![]() |
22.00 EUR |
| AMP-SS2 | AMP Superseal connector. Complete kit for one pair of wires, 0.75-1.5 mm˛. Fully weatherproof (class IP67). | ![]() |
4.95 EUR |
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Shipping costs are aligned to those of the Swiss postal services and include packaging and handling. As a guideline, expect the following costs:
| Thickness | Switzerland | Europe and North America | Rest of the World |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 20 mm (e.g. LED voltmeter, GPS Buffer) | 2...4 CHF (standard mail) | 8 € (registered mail) | upon request |
| > 20 mm (e.g. all automotive plugs and USB chargers) | 6.80 CHF ("B" parcel) | 10 € (registered mail) | upon request |
Outside of Switzerland, parts usually ship via registered and insured mail. - Once the items are in the courrier, I will send you a confirmation with the tracking number of the Swiss Postal Service.
Delivery times depend mostly on your local customs office and postal service. As an example: For shipments from Switzerland to Germany, I have seen anything between 4 days and 4 weeks!
Upon receipt, please verify immediately if the item is in good state and fully operational. If something is damaged, you must have your local post office (or whoever delivered the mail) establish an official protocol ("Schadensprotokoll"): If you omit this, I am not able to replace a damaged part free of charge (after all, this is why I'm using "registered and insured mail").
Payment is usually due in advance. You will receive the necessary details with the confirmation of your order.
Please note that PayPal takes considerable fees from a seller (at least 3.4% of the total, even close to 7% for foreign currencies): Contact me before transferring any amount via PayPal, so that we can figure out the least expensive way (as an example, make sure you use PayPal's "instant bank transfer" option but do not use the option "credit card" please!)
If you have any questions or should you experience any trouble with my parts, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me. I am convinced that I am selling you high-quality items (I am actually trained in the ISO 9001 family ;-), and you have paid money for these parts, so it's quite natural that you can expect them to work as designed.
If you want to suggest improvements, please drop me an e-mail: I have developed and tested most of these items myself, but it is your feedback "from the field" that enables real, continuous improvement.
Thank you!