Posted: 1/15/2010 6:49:05 PM EDT
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I've got a transfer switch with a 30 amp 240v outlet and the matching cable to connect to a generator. However, the new generator has a 20 amp 240v outlet.
Does anyone know of an adapter to put on the end of the 30amp cable to convert it to 20amp? [Home Depot has one that does the opposite- allows a 30amp gen to connect to a 20amp outlet.] Alternatively, is there a reason I couldn't just make an adapter with the appropriate plugs and some 4 wire romex? It seems pretty straightforward, but my electrical knowledge is limited. Thanks. |
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What generator do you have. My powermates female is a L14-20R (receptical) Im pretty sure the male plug is called an L14-20P (plug) http://www.powermate.com/images/120-240V%20L14-20R.gif Same deal as you, the generator has a female L14-20. The transfer switch has a male L14-30 and I've got the L14-30 cord. I just need an adapter to drop the male end of the cord down to L14-20, but I can seem to find one. It doesn't seem like making an adapter from components would be a big deal. I just didn't know if there was some reason I shouldn't do that. |
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I looked on Grainger for the plug they want like 40 bucks!!! I think I paid 14 bucks for my at the local electrical supplier in my area.
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200306807_200306807 check the wattage tho its only 5000. |