Any Benefits to 30amp to 50amp
Rookie RVer :C here! Are there any benefits to plugging my 30amp (using an adapter of course) into a 50amp? When I have the option at campgrounds to plugging into either 30amp or 50amp I’ve been pu...
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Obviously if the 30amp outlet is in bad shape or there is a big difference in voltage, it's probably safer to use a good condition 50amp outlet with adapter.
But if both appear to be in good shape, there is a minor issue in that the circuit won't be protected by a 30 amp breaker. If you limit yourself to the continuous 24amp rating (note 30amp is a peak load, you only get 80% for continuous), it should be fine but if you get silly and try drawing 35-40amps, you will be overloading parts of your electrical system but the breaker on the pedestal won't trip.
But if both appear to be in good shape, there is a minor issue in that the circuit won't be protected by a 30 amp breaker. If you limit yourself to the continuous 24amp rating (note 30amp is a peak load, you only get 80% for continuous), it should be fine but if you get silly and try drawing 35-40amps, you will be overloading parts of your electrical system but the breaker on the pedestal won't trip.
