Tapeing RV Power Cord Extension Connections
When I use an extension cord on my RV power cord, I tape the gap between the socket and plug with electrical tape, to keep moisture out. Am I wasting time and tape? Is there a better way to protect ...
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My buddy dropped a 15 amp extension cord end into salt water (Huntington Harbor) while using a buffer on a boat. It did not trip the 20 amp circuit breaker.
So chances are that someone years ago figured out how close you can place the two electrical lines, and it will not conduct power between them at 120 volts AC. Well it might conduct a small amount of power, but not to much.
So don't worry about the tape on the lines, it is not required. Just don't reach into water and plug in the cord, that would be stupid.. . . Lift them out of the water, and then shut off the 20 or 30 amp feed before plugging in or unplugging your RV.
Many plug in their RV with the circuit breaker on. That will always cause a ark in the plug end that makes the final connection. This is because 'something' will always be plugged in inside the RV, such as the TV set remote control receiver, microwave clock, or anything else, usually the RV charger too.
Fred.
So chances are that someone years ago figured out how close you can place the two electrical lines, and it will not conduct power between them at 120 volts AC. Well it might conduct a small amount of power, but not to much.
So don't worry about the tape on the lines, it is not required. Just don't reach into water and plug in the cord, that would be stupid.. . . Lift them out of the water, and then shut off the 20 or 30 amp feed before plugging in or unplugging your RV.
Many plug in their RV with the circuit breaker on. That will always cause a ark in the plug end that makes the final connection. This is because 'something' will always be plugged in inside the RV, such as the TV set remote control receiver, microwave clock, or anything else, usually the RV charger too.
Fred.
