What Size Hole Saw Is Needed To Install the SmartPlug RV Power Inlet and Connector?
Question:
What size holesaw do you use. To make your cut in wall of trailer or boat.
asked by: Dana
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Expert Reply:
Since the SmartPlug RV Power Inlet and Connector - 30 Amp # SM77FR is 3" wide, you could use the 3" hole saw like what's in the kit # PT34VR and then use a sanding tool to sand the hole until you get a snug fit.
You'll just want to make sure the hole you make is not larger than 3-1/4" as then the receptacle that houses the plug would have nothing to bite into.
Attached is a dimensional diagram for your reference.
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Bryce D
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SmartPlug RV Power Inlet and Connector - 30 Amp - White
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Mark J.
3/23/2024
The SmartPlug BF30 dimensions document and installation template shows a 2.43" diameter hole as the minimum hole size required to install the inlet. A 2.5" hole is adequate, and a 2.625" (2 5/8") is on the large side. Cutting a 3" hole in the trailer/vehicle/RV to install the SmartPlug 30 amp inlet leaves very little overlap between the gasket and the skin around the hole.