30 Amp vs 50 Amp Power Inlet Box. What's The Difference and Which One Do You Need?

In this video, I will compare and contrast the difference between a 30 amp and 50 power inlet box and how to figure out which one you will need for your particular generator. I will also include important tips to make sure everything from the selection to the install is correct.
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[@Threedog1963]

I'd like to mention an issue I had with my generator during my outage here in Houston recently. I plugged in a portable A/C into the 20 amp outlet. The portable A/C was pulling 9 amps and kept tripping the gfci. It was the only thing on that plug and the cord was rated at 15 amps. Found out later that some newer appliances will trip gfci, regardless of the amps being used. When I moved the portable ac over to the non gfci 30 outlet, everything worked great. This issue happened using the outlets on the generator with extension cords only, and not via the home install.

[@dandiffenderfer6010]

This is the best video I've ever seen on the power inlet box discussion. It really helped when you did the equation at the end to get the amps.

[@joshm3342]

This tutorial is very clear and concise. I watched it a second time as I get closer to ordering parts, and I suggest one more thing to consider when making a decision: Observe your household power consumption over the seasons, and really get a feel for how much power you've used, and how much power you'll need in a grid-down situation.

[@trustbuster23]

Carefully consider future needs when deciding this. A couple of years back, I had a tiny, cheap little generator but still got a 50 amp transfer switch and cord, because I knew I might eventually want more power. Sure enough, I just bought a bigger generator this week, because now I want to be able to run my new heat pump when the power goes out. The most expensive way to do this is to buy too little the first time, then have to rip it all out and redo it when your needs change. Size all this stuff to whatever the maximum amount of power you can ever see yourself needing, even if it is massive overkill for your current generator.

[@RelianceControls]

Wow, you crushed it! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and doing so with great accuracy and clarity. Super impressed and we thank you for using our products in your demonstration.

[@jimpalmer1944]

First time I have ever had this explained. Thank you.

[@eddievibbert6740]

This is the very best channel for clear, concise & to the point information! No endless blather! Thank you so much!

[@cliff9745]

THANK YOU! I take delivery of a DuroMax 9000ih this week, get my MicroAir soft start tomorrow, have an interlock kit installed and each time I open KZbin I see a very helpful video from you that answers questions that arise in getting this set up to run my 3 ton A/C. Thanks very much. Really well done without all the useless blabber on SO many sites.

[@MichaelWeida]

Were you able to get everything set up successfully?

[@cliff9745]

I was! Thanks again

[@KurtisCardwell]

@@cliff9745you went 50?

[@robertmunroe3976]

In my humble opinion, 50 amp inlet box & interlock switch are the way to go, regardless of the current size of generator(as long as gen has a 50amp receptacle).

[@sweetsuccesstrading5097]

We have an inverter generator with both a 50 and 30 amp plug. The Generator (Genmax 9000 IED) only puts out a Maximum of 32 amps, but it can be tied together with an additional generator to get the Full 50 amps in the future, so I was thinking that installing the 50 amp would be best. Thanks for the tip of using 6 gauge wire 👍.

[@SherwoodSchwartz123]

One of the best channels on KZbin.

[@JJHDZ68]

I have learned a whole lot from you, Sir. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge. God bless you and yours 🙏 ❤️

[@1new-man]

Better believe it; U can say that again!

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Very kind of you. Really glad to hear you are finding value in the channel. God Bless and thanks a lot for taking the time to leave that feedback! Means a lot.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

SO, can I just go with the 50 amp plug for over kill ?@@HowToHomeDIY

[@chrisc8398]

Seems like the smart thing would be to install a 50 amp in case you want to upgrade in the future.

[@gibblespascack1418]

The question should be about what you need during an emergency. It should not be everything in your house unless if you are going with a whole house generator. You can go big, but you also need to have the fuel on site to keep the generator running through the emergency. If you have natural gas, sure go whole house, or have a good sized propane tank, and automatic switching does have its advantages. But for a portable generator, you have to feed something that may need 1 gallon of gas per hour at a 50% load(12 KW). If you have a large load(well pump, electric stove, ground sourced heat pump, resistance heating, big AC unit), then you need big power to start it, but if you don't have that or need that, then keep it basic. My storage is 27 Gal of gas which combined with my planned generator usage should last a week in winter or summer. If I had that 12 kw generator, that would cover 2-3 days with my usage of 4 hr in morning and 4 hr at night.

[@videodude8137]

I say most people do not already own a generator!

[@jamesborton9237]

Yes, it is best to run a #6 wire from inlet box to your breaker (or transfer switch) . If your generator is only 30 amps, when you UPGRADE to a 50 amp generator, you will already have the wire installed.

[@joey8567]

All of us commenting just run inlet, #6, 50amp inter lock, a quality whip line, and power it up. Customers, gotta put the safety in and idiot proof it.

[@GeekWireless]

Will a 30amp O/S plug box accept # 6 CU ,?

[@airmech4172]

Thanks for the good info. You have a gift for explaining things. You don't trip all over your sentences looking for the right word to explain something. Keep up the good videos!

[@Lboogie23]

Thank you. Very clear. The Amp reading is also in the box.

[@stevesnop3798]

Great video. Explained very clearly. People also need to understand that most portable generators are neutral bonded. Important to remove that bond for feeding a home this way all ground and neutrals are only bonded at the first means of disconnect. I found and removed the bond on mine. I keep a make plug zip tied to the generator with a neutral to ground jumper in case I want to use the generator out in the field for powering lighting, tools, etc. i just plug in the jumper in that situation.

[@tomschmidt381]

Great advice. I did the same on my generator. Finding the bond can be tricky. On some it is at the power head others in the outlet area. I have a HF 7,000W genie, the bond was at one of the 120V receptacles. The generator is pretty heavy so I don't intend to move it around but figured I'd make the jumper plug just in case the need every arose.

[@gone4days956]

me too

[@raylewis3073]

Very helpful I have a 30 amp kit that I’m going to exchange with a 50 amp kit for the future.

[@paulnandico2370]

Excellent video! Really appreciate the formula for determining 30 vs 50 amp.❤

[@shangrilahomestead9930]

You’re so knowledgeable and I certainly appreciate you sharing this information.

[@tombo552001]

Another GREAT video. Now my generator will produce 31.25 AMP so should I go with the 50 AMP?

[@bigabe23]

go with 30amp.

[@exploitingtheirpower]

Thanks for breaking it down to where I can understand the normal running watts vs the peak watts . The generator I’m hooking up does have the 50 amp outlet built into it but it’s a tri fuel gas being the highest wattage 7500 (normal operation) and 9400 peak by. So I will be using the 30 amp box to connect to my home so I can have some backup power

[@tomschmidt381]

As long as you have a 30A breaker protecting the inlet that is fine.

[@exploitingtheirpower]

@@tomschmidt381 I appreciate your reply thank you

[@tpaulj]

I have a similar situation, but is there a reason why I couldn't use the 50amp outlet on the generator and connect it to a 50amp input on my panel with a 50amp breaker installed? (thanks for all of your great videos. you have taught me a lot!)@@tomschmidt381

[@urielrodriguez8298]

If I may suggest that you give the names of these connectors because when you are purchasing the power outlet box 30A/50A they have a description on them for each application. For example, the 30A connectors are NEMA14L-30P/L14-30R. Which is the connector that has one of the prongs that is shaped like an "L" facing inward. The 50A connectors are called NEMA14-50P/SS2-50R, the female end on this chord or connector has the "L" shape prong facing out. You have to match the connectors. It took me a while to figure this out. I visited websites to get the low down. Thanks for the content I liked the video!!

[@sbchannel7006]

Can I connect my 30 amp generator output to a 50 amp power inlet? I may want to upgrade my generator to 50 amp output in the future but not now.

[@vince6829]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@Sean4realz]

This video just answered my burning question! 😅 Thanks so much!!

[@ThulsaDooM1223]

I would really like for you to do a good video on tri-fuel conversion kits for generators. I really can't find a good one that explains things as well as you.

[@larryjenkins6133]

Actually as a Licensed CA. Electrician a #8 cable is fine at 6’ with the same connectors shown above. But to go over’ then I would agree with all the above. The same rule for the distance from the Breaker to the Alliance connection box. The actual NEC allowance for #8 wire is much longer than 6’ but the 6’ to 12’ cord is very hard to find. 25’ might be the next standard length, but in my opinion that is too long for #8 on a full load. The main reason I say 6 foot is due to some people wanting to go 25 foot with #8 for an EV charging extension cord. Which have different rules that apply due to the high continuous amperage load.

[@Lefty-sr8lu]

Great info on amp capacity for a backflow to the cb box

[@boschulte]

Read table NEC 250.122 for information on required grounding gauges. 10 AWG cable is good (for the GROUND ONLY) up to 60 amps because it is a temporary (emergency) load.

[@sharpenrightservicesllc]

Thank you for this video. I always learn great information on your videos.

[@RobertYonng]

How do you run two generators at once like you mentioned?

[@clarencewiles963]

Electrical stuff can scare people, as it should because of the hazard. It takes planning to design your own system. Asking a electrician to look over what you have may be a good investment for 1hr of labor and depending upon your budget and needs.

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Yeah, can't go wrong doing that. Thanks Clarence!

[@gtohavoc7257]

@@HowToHomeDIY I am having a 50 amp inlet installed. What I got from your video is the max amount of watts is 12000. So I’m guessing if I got a generator that can run at 12000 watts and peaks at 15000 watts would be a bit of waste correct? Great video and thanks!!!

[@7minnow]

Nice Thank You!

[@HowToHomeDIY]

You are very welcome! Really glad to hear you liked it. Thanks a lot for the feedback!

[@georgek.8134]

Generator cords, 50 amp, to connect generator to power inlet box. Is there a difference between a generator cord and a RV cord , to connect from generator to house ? Are they interchangeable? Some cords on female end have a twist lock, others have a threaded female ring ?

[@douglasjankey7580]

Excellent explanation between the 30 and 50 amp circuitry. I do have a question about the math why do you use 240v in the denominator and not 120v since mostly all electrical loads operate on 120v ?

[@nathanielstuckey3354]

Because that's the accurate formula the math wouldn't be correct

[@markvonfeldt1459]

Adam, I really appreciate your videos. I really try to do a good job of researching things that I need to do before starting. Sometimes it’s hard to do the correct research if you don’t know the question to ask. With that being said I don’t blame anyone but myself but I really need your help locating a male 4 prong 50amp receptacle box to replace/install below my breaker box for my generator connection! I bought a suggested 3 prong 50amp box 2 weeks ago from amazon but all of the 50amp cords I’ve found locally have 4 prong connections on both ends. The generator connection for the 50amp is 4 prong and a 30amp on it is 3 prong. This is confusing to me but that doesn’t take much to do. Because of my disabilities and lack of tools and hard to find wire, which caused me to spend at least an hour and a half carefully stripping it from a cable, it took me 4 days sporadic work to complete! Not a lot of money but a lot of fortitude! I’m not sure if I can return this because I already installed it but I need to find a replacement now, if possible please!! GOD bless!

[@HowToHomeDIY]

I replied to your first comment but now I’m confused on what you have. Did you install a 50 amp power inlet box or a 30 amp? If it’s 50 then the male end of the cord should have 4 prongs on the male side for the generator and 3 holes on the female side for the power inlet box. If it’s a 30 amp power inlet box then it will be 4 prongs on the male side and 4 holes on the female side.

[@alanlurie8675]

4 Questions: 1. What is the maximum length 50amp cable I can run from my house to the generator? 2. Can I connect two shorter, 50amp (25ft each) cables together to go 50ft? 3. When running a 50 amp unit, what gauge grounding rod cable do I need? 4. What is the maximum length cable I can use to earth ground the above? I would actually like to use a car jumper cable if possible. Thanks!!!

[@libertarian1637]

8 gauge THHN has a rated ampacity of 55 Amps, baring de-rating due to conduit fill calculations. 6 gauge THHN ramps that up to 75 amps which is overkill for most installs; I would consider #6 for longer runs but most of the time the generator inlets tend to be quite close to load centers, in the case of interlocks, or transfer switches. Buy once cry once and make things future proof; I usually recommend a 50 amp receiver as you can hook up a 30 amp plug via an adapter and you’re set if you size up in the future. I’m an electrician though and my time is about the same for north so the small cost increase in materials between 30-50 is a small drop in the bucket in the grand scheme of things. Anything over 7,500 watts should have a 50 amp receiver, otherwise you’re wasting generator overhead; that is unless you’re running other things from the generator while it’s hooked into the house. You should also do your calculations based on 250, not 240 volts, as 125/250 is actually the standard numbers.

[@gibblespascack1418]

I went with a 30 amp plug and a 50 amp manual Gen transfer switch. I do not need to run everything and with my generator+27 gal of stored gas, I can maintain the house for a week with my planned usage pattern. What I can't do is run the electric stove, electric clothes dryer, or whole house AC unit. In an emergency, I should not need those things. Note: backup cooking is a propane camping stove. If NG for heat runs out, there is 20 gal of Kerosene in storage for a Kerosun heater.

[@sveabryan9126]

Any store that sells a generator should know this. 2 box stores and not even basic answers to my simplest questions. This clip makes me want to ask more questions…so I’ll watch additional videos.

[@jeffw9888]

my gen. is DS 13000 EH i have my 50 amp cord and my 50 amp metal Box what i like is you said # 6 is better than #8 on wire now i have to get brother in law to fix it up

[@DominicMazoch]

I have a 6500w genny. Can easy run an icebox, one room portable cooling unit, 50 and 100 w ham rigs, and a few lights. If you can make one room where you have one room cooling unit, you can survive a Houston type power outage. BTW, my genny was given to mecas as a gift.

[@jwrhynejr9608]

Great informative video for us uninitiated home owners!

[@richroc7]

The first thing I noticed was that the 50 amp receptacle had thicker prongs and ofc I didn’t notice it until I seen the prongs on the 30 amp receptacle and I did also notice right away the copper plate on the outer wall of the 50 amp receptacle.

[@bernardhernandez2396]

Can you do a video on changing out a electric panel?

[@chrisforker7487]

Great informative video! I’ve never been good with electric, so I leave most of it to the pros!

[@mohavie2360]

great stuff sir. i learned a LOT from you. one question, could i put the generator on its side for storage or during transportation from one site to another?

[@johnr5545]

Thanks god bless

[@PastorDaveSwaim]

Great video! Question: I want to have whole house back up for the rare power outages. The inverter kind is less powerful and far more expensive, but given that I have a gas furnace and refrigerators with control boards, some people seem to think they are necessary. Can I get away with a generator with higher THD or do I really need an inverter to run modern appliances?

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

ALWAYS GOOD SHARED INFORMATION FOR US SIMPLE HARD HEADED OLD SCHOOL SENIORS!! THANK YOU FOR SETTING US STRAIGHT!! KEEP UP YOUR CONTENT SHARING!!

[@OKFrax-ys2op]

Very clear video, thanks. Do you have any RV electrical videos?

[@davidburkholder7360]

Great channel. I learn. Question: Why is my green light staying lit on my gfci when I trip it? There are two switches on same circuit (light switch above sink and garbage disposal). No other (outlets) on gfci just two switches. Line and load (seem to be correct) and even when I remove switches from gfci light still stays on when "tested." No power but light stays on. Odd.

[@howtodoitdude1662]

I agree with you, 6 gauge wire is rated for 50 amps.

[@rj5403]

Good. Content..what's a good inverter gen for home. I have. 50 amp inlet box outside

[@stvargas69]

Just depends what the application is. For a gen hook up it might be best going bigger. If its just a dedicated circuit, the 30 should be good

[@alexe6992]

great video, think its fine based on 70 amp example you have but if I have a 30 amp, 9,000 peak watt generator and a 30 amp but 7500 watt receptacle, would that be a problem? given that the generator has more wattage than the inlet box ?

[@RandoQuestion]

Great vid! I have a a 3.5 ton AC with a micro air soft start. About 27 amps start 11 run. I need a generator that can run that unit, a fridge/freezer and a deep freeze. I would like to add light but those are my must haves. How big of a generator would I need? I have been looking at the Duromax 13000kw tri fuel and the amps on it are 35 out of 50 with natural gas(which I want to hook it too). Thank you

[@bbhelsabeck]

That is my setup.I plan on never putting gasoline in it. I am interested in your ac soft start. I wonder if my old AC is worth the effort.

[@TroyStevensStelzerPaintingInc]

How big of generator you'd need could only be known once you calculate how many amps you need for your situation. My only suggestion would be to look at getting a soft start kit for your fridge/freezer, which allows the appliance to start at lower amps, but make sure it's appropriate and suited to your particular appliance.

[@davidbires2351]

I have a 5500 watt generator.. when plugged in to my 30amp service it can only run lights in the with maybe a fridge it has a hard time doing that... thank you for the great video...

[@ewicky]

This doesn't make sense. A 5500 W genset should have no problem running many lights, multiple fridges, TV, router, chargers, and even a heavier load or two like an air compressor, window aircon or portable aircon, well pump or sump pump, etc. Is it possible there was some other large load on that you hadn't noticed? Like maybe an electric water heater?

[@frankm2588]

So I have a 30 amp inlet box that goes to a transfer switch and a 7,000 watt open frame generator that has the 4 blade 30 amp gen cord. I also have a smaller inverter generator that just has an outlet for a 3 bladed 120 volt cord. There is no way in times of less need to use that inverter with the box with an adapter and just power half of the circuits of the transfer switch? I guess when using the smaller one just use a generator cord with 120 volt receptacles on the end?

[@kingdomcalled1403]

Jim from Ohio 🇵🇷 Good information 👍

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Really glad to hear you liked it. Thanks a lot for the feedback Jim! I am originally from Ohio. Visit there from time to time as a lot of my family is still there.

[@Hippiebls]

Great videos thank you. I currently have a generator that only has a 240-volt 30-amp outlet I am going to install an inlet box. I was thinking about upgrading my generator in a few years to a larger one with a 50-amp power supply. Can I install a 50-amp inlet and just run my current generator with a 30-50amp adapter until I purchase another. Or could that cause a problem? Thanks again.

[@snipe4847]

Thank you for the clarification.

[@fo7396]

My geenrator is a 3300 running watt generator, approximately 12 years old with maybe 50hrs of usage. I have used solely during power outages and running extension cords all over the home. I understand the years old of the unit are not to be considered over the hours of usage, and I was lead to believe that a generator has a life span of 10000 to 20000hrs. Now I am not the type to get rid of a functioning piece of equipment and watching your video, I understand that i could install a 30 amp onlet with a 30 amp transfer switch, but my question is, can I install a 50 amp inlet and 50 amp transfer swotch in case in the future I get a bigger generator?

[@fishlanding]

Thanks, one of these days we will buy generator and proper connection ..

[@TheMarathonMike]

After you connect the correct gauge wire from the plug, how do you connect the wire in the transfer panel? Do you use wire nuts on the supply wire to the wires in the transfer panel? Do you use Burndys? I wish there was a bar with better connections than just 2 large wires that need to be connected. I have a reliance transfer panel system.

[@michaelaxtell7391]

Solid advice sir!

[@vacuitenonvide]

Merci beaucoup! Vous m'avez vraiement donné une idée comment faire le travaux par moi-même!

[@Johnfmolinelli]

Thanks for the wealth of info you share. Very well explained. I would like to take on the job of installing a power inlet box and an interlock myself. I am new to Florida, and I don't know if I am allowed to do the work myself and have it inspected. Eliectrician wants an awful lot of money. ( what should be an average cost to do such an installation?)

[@carlosantoniodeclet8005]

Hello. Thank you for your helpful videos 👍 My question is, if it's possible to install the 30 Amp power inlet box in conjunction with a manual transfer switch, with the purpose of being able to connect and disconnect the power cord extention cable when generator or power station are not in use? 🤔

[@MR_MOO]

A question on ampacity. Shouldn’t a 30 amp box continuous duty capable generator be on a 40 amp circuit with 8AWG? And a 50 amp capable generator/box on a 60 amp 6 AWG? Question is due to 80% max continuous load allowed for circuits by NEC.

[@EastCoastWingNuts]

with 30 ( 10 gauge wire ) amp gen. how long / far away can the generator be from the inlet box ? 25 ? 50 ? 100 ? more ? feet away ? thx for your vids, very helpful

[@brandonmurphy4657]

I powered two mini split ac units one 27 k btu and one 18 with a 30 amp 7000 watt gen , lights fridge tv fans freezer .

[@jim78]

Your videos are always amazing

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Really glad to hear you are finding value in the channel. Thanks a lot for the feedback Jim. Very kind of you!

[@johnhouli3450]

Thank you. I am looking forward to getting a portable Battery Powered charging system to power my whole home or most of the home without using the Air Conditioner Mini splits. I have been looking into the EcoFlow system the Delta Pro Ultra. It seems it can go up to 90wh would that use a 30 amp plug or a 50 amp one Thanks

[@thephillips3494]

How can i connect my generator to my sub panel located in my garage and subfeed to my main panel in my basement?

[@gustavocervantes5435]

Thank you for your very good info great video can you tell me how to connect the AC unit to the transfer box ? I have separated the 30amp breaker from my regular subpanel is located in front of my house in the main braker hope you can help me with this

[@keithbeasley5862]

hey, Thank you for all your content, it's huge for peeps like me, that know very little on currents, power etc. I'm curious, why are you dividing by 240 instead of 120 to determine the amps? I'm dealing with a Cargo trailer conversion and will only use 120 and 12v for my operations. Should I still use 240 when determining the generator and amp inlet? or should I go with 120. I was leaning toward 30amp, but if I buy a 4000 watt gen and use 120 it comes up to 33.33, which is too much for the 30 amp serv inlet. thanks a bunch

[@billn7927]

Question: I currently have a 30amp inlet box, 10 awg wire, and a 30amp transfer switch. I just bought a generator with a 9400 watt peak and 7500 watt running. The generator has both a 30 and a 50 watt outlet. If I only use the 30amp outlet, is that OK to use with my current set up to the electrical panel? Also if the running watts are more, like 12,000 in this video, would it also work on my set up if only the 30amp outlet was used? Basically what I'm asking, using the 30amp outlet regardless of the watts produced, does that outlet limit the watts sent from that outlet to a that of what is safe to be used for a 30amp setup? Thanks for your help.

[@bubbatime]

Your 50 amp outlet might have a few extra amps in capacity. Maybe.

[@johnsteed99]

Yes the 30 amp outlet on the generator will only output 30 amps, so you are safe using the 30 amp inlet box.

[@rjzlwop3153]

On the mail end of my six gauge wire where it plugs in or connects, you can see that the rubber jacket from the six gauge wire does not but up against the bottom of the plug is that OK?

[@jdmattii1581]

I love your videos! Thanks so much, Bro! So, my generator is 30 amps (4500 watts) but my future plan is to get a larger generator (12,000 watt) 50 amp. So, can I go ahead and install a 50 amp receptacle to my home and then use a 30 amp adapter plug for now with the 4500 watt generator and then my home will already be set up for the 50 amp generator down the road. That will work, won't it?

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Yup. You can always have the larger 50 amp rated wire and box installed and run a smaller generator on it but can’t do the opposite and have too small of wiring and box and run a larger one. Hope that makes sense. It’s good to plan ahead like you are. Thanks for the feedback!

[@leyfavorite8501]

I was thinking the same way. My generator only has a 30 amp plug. I was wondering if you go with a 50 and then get a bigger generator later

[@trehnert]

Great follow up vid!!

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Really glad to hear you liked it. Thanks a lot for the feedback Thomas!

[@genofrompa3870]

Great video, so my question is. I have a generator that runs all three (gas, propane, and natural gas) highest is 9500 with 12500 starting. Natural gas is 7500 with 9500 starting. With this, would a 50amp breaker be ok if I decide to run natural gas. I might use the others, but natural gas will probably be my main source.

[@listprop]

Great information! Thank you.

[@anthonyz5671]

Great as usual.

[@robertmunroe3976]

Excellent explanation.

[@titofrias3970]

Thanks these very important information 😇

[@HowToHomeDIY]

You are very welcome. Really glad to hear you liked it. Thanks a lot for the feedback!

[@garymonday9509]

great knowledge thank you

[@paulsobe]

Hi. Wonderful videos. You are very clear and understandable. I really appreciate that. Here is my question. I have a 60 AMP Breaker installed because I power my Tesla EV. Do I need a 60 amp breaker for my generator as well? I believe so, but just wanted you to confirm/explain. Again, thanks a million...

[@paulsobe]

I guess that the Tesla charger will just go down from a 480 to a 240 charger. Am I right?

[@stevedimartino683]

Great job, very instructive

[@paullitchfield2651]

I have a question, can the breaker that connects to the transfer switch to the panel be located anywhere on the panel? Or does it need to be installed directly under the main breaker? Thanks

[@chadecoen]

Thank you for this video! I am going to install a back feed receptacle on my home (am aware of all the perils of doing so and the main will remain shut off while in use), below the panel. My harbor freight 9k generator has a 30amp 4 prong twist lock plug for 240v. However, I see (on amazon for instance) that most of the receptacles list 7500 watts max. Based on your formula, mine shows 37.5 amps. Should I be ok using a 30 amp receptacle if I use all 6 ga wires for the panel to receptacle, and for the cord? I'll still have small lugs at the connections

[@ccolbertus]

Good video and explanation

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Glad you liked it. Thanks a lot for the feedback!

[@Cdr306]

Excellent overview. I have installed a 30 amp box since my gen is 7000 max. I thought about installing a 50 amp so down the road I could upgrade to a larger gen. Is there a converter plug/adaptor that would allow my generator to hook up to a 50 amp box? Thanks!

[@mobilesushibargirl]

Hi thank u for the video! My food trailer came with a 50 amp cord, can I hook this up to a 30 amp generator using an adaptor safely ?

[@chrissimmons6358]

Great video... amazing and very helpful

[@wawonajim2466]

50 Amp Generator Cord: I see some have the CS6364 female end and others the S2-50R. What is the difference and which is better for the generator, I see both are used?

[@audiophileman7047]

I have a 30 amp inverter generator, but decided to go with a 50 amp inlet for greater durability and to expand to a 50 amp generator should I decide to use one of those in the future.

[@HowToHomeDIY]

Yeah, I think that is a smart play. I assume you use a 30 to 50 amp adapter then?

[@audiophileman7047]

@@HowToHomeDIY Yes, I use the 30 to 50 amp adapter with a surge protector to protect sensitive electronics (just in case). Works really well. 👍👍👍

[@BigTone-S10]

@@audiophileman7047 which surge protector do you use?

[@audiophileman7047]

@@BigTone-S10 I have it here on my desk. It's the POWSAF Model: RV5050A-01. It has diagnostic lights on it to tell you the quality of the power and if the circuit is hooked up right.

[@s.meredithclark1164]

On a 2 wire w ground 220v well pump 8 Amp running , have a 20 Amp 220v 500W generator inlet socket (which. has 3 wire plus ground) how do you connect the two situations ( purpose to test the well integrity) not hooked up to a panel system?

[@s.meredithclark1164]

Error in that generator is 5 K running power

[@BeLoose1]

Excellent explanation. Thank you!

[@GerryBerndt-gn4zi]

Hi I installed a thru the wall reliance kit 6 outlet 30 amp with a L14 cord to hook up to generator, the outlet on the generator saying 120v/ 240 v how do i know how much power is going thru to my wall outlet I only need the 120 v there is no switch to control the power from 120v /240 v my generator is a Generac GP 5000. Thanks