Surge protectors
I have a TT with a 50 amp cord. However I only have one AC. Do I buy a 30 amp surge protector or a 50 amp? I have no plans to add a second AC Thanks Linc
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Lspangler wrote:Since you mentioned you have a breaker for a 2nd a/c, I'm going to assume you have 50 amp service in your TT.
Ok. Thanks. Everything in my trailer works on a 30 amp pedastel. The only breaker not in use is the second AC. I was thinking it would be easier to wire in a 50 amp surge protector. I never us a 50 amp cord. Only a 30 amp
Linc
If you plan to ALWAYS use a 30 amp cord/connector with your TT (even though your TT has 50 amp service), you do have the option of using a PORTABLE 30 amp surge protector OR EMS that connects between the pedestal's 30 amp connector and your 30 amp power cord.
If you ever plan to use a 50 amp cord/connector to connect your TT's 50 amp service to a 50 amp pedestal, then it is mandatory that you use a 50 amp surge protector or EMS, either portable (between the pedestal's 50 amp connector and your 50 amp cord), or hard-wired inside your TT.
You cannot hardwire a 30 amp surge protector or EMS in a TT with 50 amp service.
Your choice.
