Reminder: Watch those power cords

[SCOTTEDAVIS]

Slight drift, but checking cords online, incl Marinco, some are said to be 125v rated, some 125/220v rated. Are there differences?

Plug configuration.
30A is 125v
50A can be 125v or 220/250 depending.

DIY Shore Power | West Marine

 

[FF]

Missing from the chart is the 15A 240V plug and socket.

These are about 1000 times better to use as DC plugs and recepticals , rather than a cigar lighter socket.

Polarized so there are no mistakes, by guests.

 

[FlyWright]

Reviving this old thread as a reminder for those in the cold weather climates. As we start using more heaters and dehumidifiers, keep an eye (and occasionally a hand) on those power cords and outlets on each end of the cord.

 

[BandB]

Reviving this old thread as a reminder for those in the cold weather climates. As we start using more heaters and dehumidifiers, keep an eye (and occasionally a hand) on those power cords and outlets on each end of the cord.

Good reminder as we start to see an increase in house and boat fires as people use heaters that have set idle.

 

[FoxtrotCharlie]

Thanks Al - I'm thinking seriously of changing our new boat to the Smart Plug - on our boat the location of the inlet is an awkward spot - only handy if you can stand on the dock to plug it in - a challenge with the twisting 50 Amp cord. I think the straight Smart Plug inlet/cord connector combo will be easier and safer. Will still have the old standard on the shore end.