electrical question
I have 50 amp service at my pole barn, where my rv will be stored. My rv is a 30 amp tt. Would I be better off using a 50 amp surge protector, then plugging in a 50 amp to 30 amp adapter; or, using ...
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I would suggest installing a 30amp receptacle and using a 30amp surge protector.
The adapters that allow you to plug into a lower rated circuit are fine. If you plug your 30amp into a 20amp receptacle using an adapter you have a shore cord rated for 30amps protected by a 20amp breaker. No problem.
When you go the other way it can be hazardous. If you use an adapter to accommodate plugging your 30amp shore power into a 50amp circuit you have a shower cord rated for 30amps "protected" by a 50 amp breaker. Not effective protection.....
The adapters that allow you to plug into a lower rated circuit are fine. If you plug your 30amp into a 20amp receptacle using an adapter you have a shore cord rated for 30amps protected by a 20amp breaker. No problem.
When you go the other way it can be hazardous. If you use an adapter to accommodate plugging your 30amp shore power into a 50amp circuit you have a shower cord rated for 30amps "protected" by a 50 amp breaker. Not effective protection.....
