Is my 50 amp power cord long enough?
- Thread starter btbaillie
- Start date
Do you ever plug the EMS in between the cord and the rig, or do you always plug into the pedestal? Are there any pros and cons to either way?
TXBobcat
Fulltime
Tony... My supressor is external. In a way it could be rigged inside but it would be better to use the internal version. I always plug mine into the pedestal... Somewhere I read that TRC (Surge Guard) stated not to set the unit on the ground in the rain, so I put it on a 2x so it does not sit in a pool of water...
Pros or Cons depend on who is using them.
The internal you can mount a set of indicators so you can see what is going on from inside the coach. The external ones you have to go outside.
The external units are outside so they could be stolen. They have locks to go onto the unit and the main cord, but this could be cut and removed even when locked.
Enternal ones are safer from thieft but in my opinion if you have a severe electrical charge that destroy's the supressor you have to go inside and replace it rather than buy another and plug it in. Also if the supressor is destroyed and bursts into flames it is on the inside of your unit and could cause your coach to catch fire. The External units keeps this on the outside. This is my preference. I worked for an electric company and have seen devices burst into flames from severe electrical surge that you would not think would catch fire.
This is what I do.. Each to their own. If I were to replace my Surge Guard I would probably go to Progressive.
BC
nscaler2
Well-known member
I like your solution to the power post that is too close to the ground. Where did you get the short 50A male to 50A female cord. I've been googeling the net to find one with no good luck. Thanks in advance for the help.
TXBobcat
Fulltime
Well I don't remember where I actually purchased my 50a Extender but here is a place I have bookmarked..
Shop RV Parts
18" Powergrip Extender, 50 Amp
19-0487 55215 50 Amp Each In-Stock:
$24.00
BC
Shop RV Parts
18" Powergrip Extender, 50 Amp
19-0487 55215 50 Amp Each In-Stock:
$24.00
BC
iaflatlander
Active Member
I choose to use an extension cord routinely. It allows me to place my portable Progressive EMS on the back bumper (with a lock). Works for me.
JWalker
Northeast Region Director-Retired
We do the same. We have a locking system on the ladder that holds the surge protector.
nscaler2
Well-known member
Bob,
Thanks for the source. I guess I wasn't using the correct terminology to search the net to find this item. I didn't know it was called a"Powergrip Extender". Again thanks for your help.
