50 amp RV service recepticle
I'm getting ready to put a 50 receptacle for our new (to us) 5th wheel. We have always had 30 amp 5th wheels before and just used a 20 amp adapters in the barn and watched what we ran. Today I bought ...
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myredracer wrote:Cummins12V98 wrote:myredracer wrote:
Also, I recommend installing a disconnect switch/breaker at the outlet so you aren't plugging in live every time.
The 50A breaker in the panel will do the same at a lot less money.
Yes, but who wants to run back and forth each time or possibly forget to turn the power back on. And with no disconnect at the outlet, it invites someone to not bother going the panel at all. I installed a switch next to the outlet in our carport and it's sure handy to have it right there. If you're doing a new install, it's not a big deal to add a disconnect switch or breaker. A 2P-50A breaker can be had for $10-20 and an enclosure can't be much more.
I understand your comment. For me I have no issue walking the 40' to turn my breaker on after I connect RV. What I don't get is not running 50A wire when starting from scratch!
