What is a L5-30R?
What is a L5-30R?
It is in the L5-30R configuration, “R” meaning receptacle as opposed to a plug. A pure L5-30R would be a receptacle that you would mount into an outlet box versus the connector which is pictured. A L5-30P (“P” for plug) would be the female plug that would fit into either.
What plugs into L5-30R?
Use an L5-30P pigtail power adapter to plug a device with a 5-15P or 5-20P into a device with an L5-30R power strip receptacle or wall outlet….NEMA L5-30P Power Cord Plug Adapters.
| Male Plug | L5-30P |
|---|---|
| Amperage | 20A |
| Voltage | 125V |
| Pins | Locking |
| Wire Gauge | 12/3 AWG |
What voltage is L5-30R?
125 volts
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| This item NEMA L5-30R Connector – Rated for 30 Amps, 125V, 3-Wire – Iron Box Part # IBX-L530R | |
|---|---|
| Customer Rating | 4.9 out of 5 stars (42) |
| Price | $1649 |
| Sold By | IronBox Electric |
| Voltage | 125 volts |
What is TT 30R used for?
Now, let’s look at the NEMA TT-30. This connection is typically used for RVs that require 30 amps, as the connection itself is named “travel trailer.” You will see this connection at campgrounds and on portable generators.
What does L21 30 mean?
NEMA Locking L21-30 male Plug Three Phase WYE power cords. Capable of 30 Amps with 8 AWG cord and appropriate female connector. Locking plugs have the pins arrayed in a circular manner and operate at 120/208 Volts.
Are all 30 amp plugs the same?
While the outlets for 30-amp RVs look quite similar to dryer outlets, you should not attempt to connect your RV this way. RV and dryer outlets are not of the same NEMA configuration: 30-amp RV plugs are NEMA TT-30, whereas 30-amp dryer receptacles are NEMA 10-30. These configurations are not interchangeable.