Installing a 120V-30amps outlet
I want to install a 120v-30amp RV receptacle on the outside wall of my vinyl covered garage. I've read on how to wire it, and understand that well. I would like to know what kind of weather proof box...
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You should have either a housing with a breaker in it or a disconnect switch so that you do not plug in while energized. If you plug in live all the time, you will eventually end up damaging the cord's plug blades and the receptacle.
I used a 4x4 weatherproof PVC box for the recept. and mounted a weatherproof motor-rated disconnect switch (designed for higher make/break current) just below it. The hard part was splicing the #8 wire I used (to the panel) to #10 inside the PVC box for the switch due to limited space. All parts were relatively cheap at an electrical wholesaler.
I used a 4x4 weatherproof PVC box for the recept. and mounted a weatherproof motor-rated disconnect switch (designed for higher make/break current) just below it. The hard part was splicing the #8 wire I used (to the panel) to #10 inside the PVC box for the switch due to limited space. All parts were relatively cheap at an electrical wholesaler.
