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rookie_rv
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Jan 19, 2022

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 purposely plugging into 50amp with the belief it’s more stable.
  • I used to do it only because the 30A outlets were often worn out and loose.
  • Agree with rk911, the only real advantage is the 50a plug is usually in better shape. Another possible advantage would be if the 30a feed had a lower voltage level but you might not be able to get the other leg on the 50a with your adapter, so it would be a moot point
  • rookie_rv wrote:
    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 purposely plugging into 50amp with the belief it’s more stable.


    not sure what you mean by 'stable'. when we had a 30-amp MH we would occasionally plug into the 50-amp hookup when/if the 30-amp receptacle had visible damage, was loose in the box, etc. IMO beyond that there is no practical difference. we have run into a small number of parks that forbid the practice of plugging into the 50-amp with an adapter. I'm sure there is a reason for that but I've never heard it.