30-amp outlets 3 different connectors?
Why do many RV’s have a 30-amp 3-prong outlet that is one prong configuration but the 30-amp shore power may have 3 prongs with a different prong configuration? Getting a portable 8000k Generac to ...
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RV 30A is designated for RV use only. the NEMA standard for 120V/30A is a twist lock. So........ RV parks have a 30A RV socket, but most generators and any non RV application has the 30A NEMA twist lock since that is the industry and NEC connection for 30A 120V for everything other than an RV.
Note the "Travel trailer use only" notation on the 30A RV plug.
Now a 30A twist lock to 30A RV adapter is readily available. Try finding a 30A RV to 30A twist lock, I've never seen one.
The big question is why didn't the RV industry standarize on the 30A twist lock?
Note the "Travel trailer use only" notation on the 30A RV plug.
Now a 30A twist lock to 30A RV adapter is readily available. Try finding a 30A RV to 30A twist lock, I've never seen one.
The big question is why didn't the RV industry standarize on the 30A twist lock?
