Non twist lock 30 amp inlet
I want to upgrade to 30 amps in my old trailer. I ordered a 30 amp inlet which I didn't realize was a twist locking type. My adapters and my extension cord will not mate up with that. How do I go f...
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CCKitty wrote:
I want to upgrade to 30 amps in my old trailer. I ordered a 30 amp inlet which I didn't realize was a twist locking type. My adapters and my extension cord will not mate up with that. How do I go find a 30 amp inlet that is just prongs with not twist lock prong?
You need to search by the NEMA number. There are several styles of 30AMP connectors depending on voltage and application. You most likely got a NEMA L14-30 30 Amp, 125/250V Twist Lock socket.
What you need is a NEMA TT-30R for the socket or a NEMA TT-30 for the plug. Do NOT use a NEMA 10-30, it is an old electrical specification that may cause damage to your RV or its appliances by not providing a proper ground. The NEMA 10-30 looks really similar, but one of the blades is "L" shaped.
