When it comes to surge protectors for an RV you'll always use a surge protector that matches the amperage of the Rv's system. So you would need a 30 amp surge protector like the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR. This Power Watchdog will not only protector your RV from electronics safe from power spikes but will also alert you if there are any other problems. You can use the free smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected.
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A 30 amp surge protector can be used on a 50 amp RV but if you exceed 30 amps the surge protector is going to activate and prevent more than 30 amps from making it to the rest of the electrical system. So it would "work" but not be ideal
Best solution would be a 50 amp surge protector like the part # CAM55301. view full answer...
You can use an adapter such as the Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter Plug for 50 Amp Female to 30 Amp Male, # A10-3050AVP to use a 50 Amp surge protector with a 30 Amp power pedestal, but you cannot use a 50 Amp power pedestal to a 30 Amp service RV or surge protector.
Any surge protector should be matched to the service of the RV. Such as the 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector, # HU97FR or the 50 Amp version of, # HU47FR. view full answer...
You will always use a surge protector matched to the TT's rating of 30 amps. I recommend the Power Watchdog the 30 amp Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR. You can use the free smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected. If you aren't using a surge protector, you're taking a big risk. While spikes caused by lightning can damage your electrical system and appliances, there are common electrical issues that can be just as dangerous.
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It is best to match any surge protector to the service of the RV. Such as the 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector, # HU97FR or the 50 Amp version of, # HU47FR being used with RV's that match their respectively rated services.
You can use an adapter such as the Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter, # A10-3050D90VP to adapt your RV's 4-prong 50-amp power inlet for use with a 30-amp 3-prong extension cord/Power Pedestal and place the surge protector inline. While yes, this can be made to... view full answer...
The Surge Protectors like the # HU87FR are designed to protect the RV's wiring and electronics so if your RV uses 50 amp power there would be no need to run additional surge protection beyond that. view full answer...
For a 50 amp surge protector you can use the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth and Emergency Shut Down # HU87FR.
This surge protector will help prevent damage to your RV from power spikes, and sustained high or low voltage. This product also has an emergency power off, which will cut the connection in the event of an error to protect electronics and appliances.
To be able to plug into a 30 amp service, but still have surge protection, you're going to need to use... view full answer...
The best option would be to switch to a 30 amp surge protector like the Camco RV Power Defender Circuit Analyzer Dogbone part # CAM55312. That said, you can use your 50 amp surge protector with a few dogbone adapters, the Mighty Cord Dogbone RV Power Cord Adapter part # A10-5030FBK and Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter Plug part # A10-3050AVP. view full answer...
The Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer # CAM55310 will offer 1,050 joules of surge protection. It has a dual function of not only a surge protector but also a tool to determine if the power supply is correctly wired to protect your RV electronics before you even make the connection to your RV power or check for damage before reconnecting following a power surge. I've attached a video to assist. view full answer...
It's very common for people to use a 50 amp power source on a 30 amp camper like what you are trying to do. Basically you'd want to use the 30 amp surge protector after the dogbone 50 amp to 30 amp adapter like the part # A10-5030FBK that you referenced. This protects your 30 amp RV from overdrawing. view full answer...
Yes, the Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Protector part # CAM55301 is compatible with a 2019 Winnebago Minnie Winnie Plus. I spoke with Camco and they stated the Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Protector is not UL Certified but is CSA Certified. view full answer...
When it comes to which surge protector is right for you, The Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 50 Amp # HU47FR will get the job done, it is more powerful then the 30 amp. This surge protection module offers 6,100 joules of protection in case of a lightning strike. It can be easily replaced after it wears out, no need to replace the entire unit. You can monitor your system through the free smartphone app for IOS and Android which connects via Bluetooth.
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Between the two 30 amp surge protectors you are looking at the # HU97FR and the # HU67FR the difference is tha the # HU67FR has an emergency shut off for the power to the RV that will stop any power from getting to the RV if the power falls above or below a specific range whereas the # HU97FR just works to prevent surges from making their way to the RV but does not totally shut off power if there's something out of range. view full answer...
It sounds like you are wanting to use a surge protector when hooking up your 30 amp trailer to a 50 amp service. If that is the case then this can be done but you would want to use a 30 amp surge protector. I recommend using the Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Protector part # CAM55301 with the Power Grip RV Power Cord Adapter part # CAM55175.
The camper pulls power from the shore outlet, not the other way around. The camper would never pull more than 30 amps unless there was an issue... view full answer...
The Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth part # HU97FR can be reused after being tripped. That said, you will need to replace the surge module first (Replacement Surge Module for Power Watchdog Surge Protector part # HU48FR). view full answer...
No, you will always want to get the Hughes Autoformer Surge Protector that matches the amperage of your RV. The shore power amperage isn't what you'll need to go off when selecting your surge protector.
You'll hook your RV up to the # HU24FR and then connect it to the shore power. If you are at a campsite with a different amperage than you trailer then you would use an adapter in between the surge protector and the shore power pedestal.
If you had a 50 amp service trailer you would... view full answer...
Watchdog surge protectors like the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 50 Amp Item # HU47FR will need to match your camper amperage to properly function. The adapter from 50 amp to 30 amp will go between the surge protector and the power pedestal and you should have no issues.
If you need a new 50 amp to 30 amp adapter I recommend the Power Grip RV Power Cord Adapter w/ Handles - 125V - 50 Amp Female to 30 Amp Male Item # CAM55185. The built-in handles on the each... view full answer...
Yes, you can use a 30 amp to 50 amp dogbone adapter like the Mighty Cord Dogbone RV Power Cord Adapter part # A10-5030FBK on a trailer with 30 amp surge protector. view full answer...
If you power your 50 amp service RV with 30 amp power you'll be fine as long as you are aware that your amperage is not lower than normal which means you won't be able to run as many electricity power accessories at any given time.
The surge protector is for protecting the wiring of your RV though so there's no reason you'd have to go down to a 30 amp protector. Your RV can handle up to 50 amps so there's nothing that's going to harm it between 30 and 50. view full answer...
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