12 VDC outlets and shore power
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Topic: 12 VDC outlets and shore power
Posted By: cody91
Subject: 12 VDC outlets and shore power
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 11:07am
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I recently installed a 12 VDC outlet on my 178 to use when camping without hook ups. Are there any issues with using the 12 outlets when connected to shore power? I have some small appliances that use the 12 VDC outlet (i.e. small cooler, air pump, radio, etc.). Thanks, Cody91 |
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 12:37pm
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Nope, no problems. Ultimately the power will come from the converter when you are plugged in. This will mean it is slightly higher - maybe 13.5 volts instead of 12.5. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 12:41pm
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Assuming you installed it properly with at least #14 wire, preferably #12 or #10, no problem at all. Your converter will supply the 12 volt outlets while maintaining battery charge. Shore power will run your 120 volt appliances like A/C and microwave.
------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: cody91
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 1:22pm
| Thanks for the response guys. I used 12 gauge wire. I also you the outlet to check the voltage with a plug in meter. It works great. |