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Explorer

Oct 10, 2016

Difference between 30 amp and 50 amp connections

So i have to move to another spot on the property we are leasing. It has full hookups there but theres an issue with the electrical connection.

My 5ver has the 30 amp cord and plug. The power box has a 50 amp style outlet with 40 amp breakers, and, a regular household style double outlet with a 30 amp breaker.

Can i change the 50 amp style outlet to a 30 amp style outlet so i can plug in?

The 40 amp breakers are there but connected to a breaker box in a nearby shop with 30 amp breakers, so do i need to swap the 40 amp breakers in the power box to 30 amp breakers?

And what is the wiring difference inside the camper between a 30 amp system and a 50 amp system?

NorthwestBound
Explorer
Oct 10, 2016
Ill be picking up that adapter on my way home, thanks guys!
flyfishing48
Explorer
Oct 10, 2016
X3
lakeside013104
Explorer
Oct 10, 2016
This is what you need:

Adapter

Lakeside
MitchF150
Explorer III
Oct 10, 2016
Just get a 50a to 30a adapter. Plug into the 50a on the pedestal, flip the switch and all you'll get is 30a power into your rig..

If you exceed 30a in the rig, your rigs breaker will blow first. The same as if you plugged into a 30a pedestal.

Plug into the 20a and you'll still be fine.. You'll just blow the breaker on the pedestal if you go over 20a in your rig, so you won't be able to take advantage of all 30a in your rig.. Easy, huh... ;)

Good luck!

Mitch