RV Power Group -- Company Profile
RV Power Group is a premier global manufacturer of mission-critical subsea interconnect solutions, specializing in underwater connectors, subsea cables, and penetrators rated to depths of 7,000 meters. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in China, we have served the world's most demanding underwater applications for over 20 years -- bridging the gap between OEM-level excellence and agile manufacturing.
Our Mission: Interconnect Certainty at Every Depth
Every connector we manufacture answers one question: will it hold when it matters most? Whether powering ROVs in the North Sea at 3,000 m, delivering high-speed Ethernet through a subsea observatory node, or enabling real-time communications inside a commercial diving helmet, our connectors are engineered to perform flawlessly -- in cold, high-pressure, saline, and biologically active environments.
Who We Are
| Founded | 2003 |
| Experience | 20+ years in subsea interconnect manufacturing |
| Headquarters | China (with global sales and technical support) |
| Product Range | 300+ standard SKUs across 12 connector families |
| Max Depth Rating | 7,000 m (700 bar) |
| IP Rating | IP68 standard across all product lines |
| Compatibility | 100% intermateable with SubConn(R), SeaCon(R), Burton(R)/Eaton equivalents |
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| Custom Engineering | Rapid 0-to-1 custom design; prototype-to-production in 2-4 weeks |
| Contact | [email protected] |
Our Products -- 12 Connector Families
RV Power Group manufactures a comprehensive range of subsea connectors to meet every underwater electrical interconnect need:
- Micro Circular Connectors -- compact, multi-pin wet-mate connectors for ROVs, AUVs, and instruments
- Subsea Circular Standard Connectors -- full-size circular wet-mate connectors for high-reliability applications
- Subsea Ethernet & Data Connectors -- 100BASE-TX / GigE underwater data links
- Underwater Coaxial (RF) Connectors -- subsea coax for acoustic transducers and sonar systems
- Subsea Hybrid Opto-Electric Connectors -- simultaneous fiber optic + electrical power in a single wet-mate assembly
- Subsea 55 Series -- industry-standard 55-series intermateable connectors
- High-Power Underwater Connectors -- heavy-current connectors for thrusters and large-scale subsea loads
- Split-Type Connectors & Penetrators -- bulkhead penetrators and split-body connectors for pressure housings
- Low Profile Submersible Connectors -- thin-profile connectors for space-constrained AUVs and instruments
- Hard-Shell Metal Subsea Connectors -- ruggedized metal-shell connectors for extreme environments
- Connector Hardware & Accessories -- locking sleeves, dummy plugs, strain relief hardware
- Commercial Diving Connectors (RMG/RMK Series) -- IMCA-referenced diving helmet and umbilical connectors
Markets We Serve
Our connectors are specified by engineers across the full spectrum of subsea operations:
- Offshore Oil & Gas -- subsea Christmas trees, wellheads, manifolds, ROV tooling
- ROV & AUV Systems -- tether management, payload interfaces, thruster power
- Commercial Diving -- diving helmets, hot-water suits, umbilicals, communications
- Oceanographic Research -- mooring systems, CTD sensors, landers, gliders
- Offshore Wind Power -- inter-array cable connectors, turbine base penetrators
- Military & Defense -- UUV (unmanned underwater vehicle) systems, mine countermeasures
- Aquaculture -- underwater lighting, sensors, feeding systems in marine farms
- Underwater Salvage & Engineering -- heavy-lift connectors, inspection systems
Why Engineers Choose RV Power Group
1. Factory-Direct OEM Quality
We manufacture every connector in-house -- no trading, no rebranding. Our engineers design, machine, assemble, and test every unit. This eliminates the intermediary margin and gives you direct access to the people who built it.
2. Intermateable by Design
All RV Power Group connectors are dimensionally and electrically intermateable with the industry's leading brands -- SubConn(R), SeaCon(R), and Burton(R)/Eaton equivalents -- allowing drop-in replacement without redesigning your system.
3. Rigorous Factory Acceptance Testing
Every connector undergoes in-house Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) before shipment: pressure testing to 1.5x rated depth (hydrostatic), contact resistance verification, insulation resistance (>100 MO at 500 VDC), and IP68 immersion testing per IEC 60529.
4. Agile Lead Times
Standard products ship in 1-2 weeks. Custom connector designs -- new shell materials, contact counts, cable terminations -- are delivered in 2-4 weeks from approved drawings. We maintain raw material inventory to support emergency turnarounds.
5. Transparent Pricing
Factory-direct pricing delivers 15-20% cost reduction versus distributor channels, with no minimum order quantity (MOQ) on standard items. Custom tooling amortized over small initial runs.
Our Quality Commitment
RV Power Group operates under ISO 9001:2015 quality management. Our testing laboratory is equipped with:
- Hydrostatic pressure test chambers to 1,000 bar (10,000 m equivalent)
- Salt spray corrosion test chambers (IEC 60068-2-11)
- Thermal cycling ovens (-40 deg C to +100 deg C)
- Insulation resistance and hi-pot testers
- CMM (coordinate measuring machine) for dimensional verification
Contact Us
Ready to specify subsea connectors for your next project? Our engineering team is available for technical consultation, custom design review, and fast quotation.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.underwaterconn.com
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Product Series
1. Micro Circular Series
Compact miniature circular connectors with multi-pin configurations, ideal for small underwater instruments, sensors, compact electronics and space-limited installations.2. Circular Series
Standard general-purpose circular connectors, reliable sealing, wide voltage/current range, widely used in conventional underwater equipment, junction boxes and through-hull connections.3. Ethernet Series
High-speed underwater connectors supporting Gigabit Ethernet, ideal for underwater video, data communication, remote control and hybrid power + signal transmission.4. Coax Series
Professional coaxial RF connectors for high-frequency signals, sonar, video and monitoring data transmission with excellent anti-interference performance.5. Photoelectric Series
Optoelectronic hybrid connectors integrating optical fiber + power supply for high-speed long-distance data transmission and power delivery in deep-sea systems.
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6. 55 Series
Industrial-standard 55-series connectors, high compatibility, robust structure, suitable for marine and industrial automation interconnection.7. Power Series
High-current power connectors designed for heavy-load underwater equipment, motors, lighting, pumps and battery systems with superior power transmission.8. Split Series
Split-type connectors for easy on-site assembly, maintenance and retrofitting, including in-line, bulkhead and blind-mate versions.9. Low Profile Series
Low-profile, lightweight design for compact and weight-sensitive underwater devices, providing reliable connection in limited installation space.10. Metal Shell Series
Full metal housing connectors with high strength, shock resistance and corrosion resistance for harsh deep-sea and heavy-duty environments.11. Nuts & washers & Locking sleeve
High-performance subsea locking assembly designed for underwater connectors, ROV, AUV and subsea equipment. Provides secure mechanical locking, cable retention and pressure-resistant sealing in deep-sea environments. Corrosion-resistant materials ensure reliable performance under harsh subsea conditions.12. Diving Connector – RMG / RMK Series
Special heavy-duty underwater connectors for diving equipment, lights, cameras, submersible instruments and professional diving systems.
