Plastic D Sub Hoods - Colour-Coded Snap-Together & Screw-Together, 9 to 50-Way
We stock nine plastic D Sub hoods across two construction types and seven colours. The DPPK snap-together series is available in white, light grey, blue, red, black, green, and yellow — used primarily for colour-coded cable identification in multi-cable assemblies and patch panels. The OS-DVPK screw-together (45° cable exit) and OS-DTPPK screw-together (straight cable exit) provide a more secure, tool-tightened assembly in standard grey. All variants cover 9-way to 50-way standard-density D Sub connectors (DE-9 through DD-50). Prices start from £0.55 + VAT - the lowest-cost D Sub hood option in our range.
Colour-Coded D-Sub Hoods – Seven Colours for Cable Identification
The DPPK snap-together range is available in seven standard colours, making it the primary choice for colour-coded cable identification in multi-cable assemblies. Colour coding D Sub hoods allows technicians to identify cable runs at a glance during installation, maintenance, and fault-finding, reducing errors and saving time in complex wiring environments:
Common colour-coding conventions in industrial and AV installations use red for power or alarm circuits, blue for data or control signals, green for safety earth or trigger signals, yellow for warning circuits, and white or grey for general-purpose signal wiring. There is no universal standard; the colour scheme is defined by the installation’s own documentation. Our seven-colour range gives engineering teams the flexibility to implement any colour convention across DE-9, DA-15, DB-25, DC-37, and DD-50 shell sizes.
Common applications for colour-coded D Sub hoods: broadcast patch panels (audio, video, and sync circuits on the same rack), test benches with multiple instrument connections, industrial control cabinets with parallel signal and power wiring, and data centre patch panels where rapid visual identification of cable purpose reduces maintenance time.
Snap-Together vs Screw-Together – Which Construction Do You Need?
Snap-Together (DPPK Series) – Tool-Free, Available in 7 Colours
The DPPK snap-together range clips together without screws or tools – the two hood halves press-fit around the connector body and cable, with integral clips holding the assembly closed. Assembly is faster than screw-together hoods, and the hood can be opened without a screwdriver when the cable needs to be re-terminated or modified. Suitable for applications where the cable assembly may need to be opened periodically, and for high-volume cable assembly production where speed matters. Available in seven colours (white, light grey, blue, red, black, green, yellow), all at £0.55–£0.99 + VAT depending on shell size – the lowest price point in the Sub D hood range.
Screw-Together: 45° (OS-DVPK) and Straight (OS-DTPPK)
The OS-DVPK (45° cable exit) and OS-DTPPK (straight cable exit) are screw-together plastic hoods — the two halves are secured with machine screws, providing a more rigid, permanent assembly than snap-together. The screw-together construction is preferred for cable assemblies that will not need to be opened after installation, and where a more secure closure is required (vibration environments, external field cables that may be handled roughly). The 45° exit reduces assembly depth behind a panel; the straight exit suits free-hanging and bench-top cable assemblies. Both available in standard grey, £0.71–£1.25 + VAT.
When to Choose Plastic D Sub Hoods
Plastic D Sub hoods are the right choice when:
EMI shielding is not required – the cable run is unshielded, and the application does not specify shielded backshells
Colour coding is needed – using the DPPK seven-colour range to colour-code cable assemblies for easy visual identification
Cost is the primary driver – plastic hoods are the lowest-cost option in the range, from £0.55 + VAT per hood
Lightweight matters – bench-top and portable equipment where connector assembly weight is a consideration
Benign environment – general-purpose office, lab, or low-interference industrial applications without chemical or mechanical exposure that would degrade plastic
If your application requires EMI/RFI shielding – see our Metplas hoods (metallised plastic, effective shielding at lower cost than metal) or metal hoods (maximum shielding, zinc alloy or nickel-plated construction).
Why Choose Component Buddy’s Plastic Sub D Hoods?
- Expertise in Precision: Backed by MBS Group’s legacy of excellence, our hoods exemplify precision engineering.
- Reliability Guaranteed: Trust in the durability and resilience of our hoods to protect your vital connections.
- Versatile Compatibility: With a wide range of sizes and configurations, find the perfect fit for your Sub D connectors.
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