Is it Safe to Plug a 30 Amp Trailer Into a 50 Amp Power Source
Question:
I have a pop up of 30 amp. I see cord adapter 50 amp to 30 amp and 15 amp to 30 amp. But. It is dangerous for camper or electric system use that adapter? There is any transformator for controller amp and not have issues?
asked by: Javier C
Expert Reply:
If the trailer requires 30 amp service that is the least amount that the power source will have to have. The power source can be rated higher but the trailer is only going to draw up to a maximum of 30 amps. Provided that you use the proper connector for the trailer and for the power source it will not be dangerous.
Think of it like this: you will plug a clock radio into a wall outlet at home. The clock rated works just fine even though the outlet has much more power than the clock radio requires. The situation is similar with the trailer.
I have included a link to the power cords that plug into a 30 amp RV/trailer power cord for you.
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Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Generator Adapter - 50 Amp Female to 30 Amp Twist Lock Male - 12"
- Generator Plug Adapters
- Standard Adapter
- 50 Amp to 30 Amp
- 1 Foot Long
- 30 Amp Twist Lock Male Plug
- 50 Amp Female Plug
- Mighty Cord
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