Changing outlets
Has anyone changed their regular AC outlets to the ones that also include USB outlets? If so what brand and how do you like them?
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suprz wrote:
Has anyone changed their regular AC outlets to the ones that also include USB outlets?
Typically manufacturers use speedbox duplex receptacles so for easiest installation the trick would be sourcing a version that includes USB ports. Not worth the expense or effort IMO when one can simply plug in a stand alone USB charger.DrewE wrote:
Something like this that mounts onto an outlet might be more practical. You wouldn't be able to use the securing screw, most likely, since the self-contained outlets don't have a central screw hole for a cover plate.
As to your actual question, I don't have any personal experience or particular recommendations.
that is what I use in my s&B and the outlets in the s&b are a lot easier to work on than those in the rv. but a simple single plug in USB adapter works just as well.
bumpy- RV outlets commonly are self-contained wiring devices (meaning they don't have a separate electric box). If you have access and space and wire slack to install a box and a traditional outlet, it should be relatively straightforward to put in one with a USB charger; but lacking any one of them and it would be a rather tricky job. I haven't happened upon any self-contained ones with USB chargers built in, though I must admit I haven't really looked either.
Something like this that mounts onto an outlet might be more practical. You wouldn't be able to use the securing screw, most likely, since the self-contained outlets don't have a central screw hole for a cover plate.
As to your actual question, I don't have any personal experience or particular recommendations. - Watch the current rating of the USB portion. It's often in the 1.2A range and not good for much.
