AC WORKS® Connector — Technical

the WRAP UP Issue 8: Tips From Tony

Posted by Stephanie Junek on

Tips From Tony When talking about the different NEMA configurations, it is important to remember what P and R stand for. P will always stand for the male plug side, while R will always stand for the female receptacle. P and R can never be used for opposite ends, and they don't stand for anything else.

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Industry News from the WRAP UP Issue Seven

Posted by Christopher Hahn on

At AC Connectors, we follow very closely with updates from Tesla and other EV manufacturers. This time, Ford grabbed the spotlight with an innovation for their upcoming F-150 Hybrid pick-up truck: an onboard power panel. Vehicles usually have a household outlet(s) available to charge phones or power small electronics. Most pick-up truck owners use their truck for their job or hobby, so why not have a full-blown panel of different outlets available? The usual outlets that would come on a generator are still available. You can use a NEMA L14-30 outlet for high power machinery or appliances, as well as...

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Flood Restoration - Learning from Local Restoration Professionals

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We want to help you learn how you can power your professional and household flood restoration equipment to clean up after the unexpected events that can often occur during spring and summer months. AC WORKS® brand offers adapters that use dryer or range outlets to power heaters, fans, dehumidifiers, and other equipment or tools necessary to clean up after a flood, fire, or bug infestation, and more. AD1450L1430, AD1430L1430, S10301430-018, L1430F520-025, S1430F520-018, S1450F520-018 will all help you power your high power equipment. This helps to keep you from tripping breakers while trying to work toward a dry and clean project....

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New Product Release: CS6375 50 Amp Power Input Inlet

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This AC WORKS® brand inlet wiring device [CS6375] is a heavy-duty power input connection device. It is used for an industrial and commercial grade flange inlet. This inlet works with 6 AWG (American Wire Gauge) copper wire and is commonly used for residential, transfer switches, and cabins. Included in your purchase is a 1-year limited warranty. Note: 10 Gauge is for 30 Amp, 8 Gauge is for 40 Amp, and 6 Gauge is for 50 Amp. - Residential, Transfer Switch, and Cabin Power Inlet - 50 Amp, 125/250 Volt Inlet - CS6375/ SS2-50P Locking Power Inlet - UL & cUL...

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GFCI and Other Protected Outlets

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You may have seen strange-looking outlets or plugs with "Reset" or "Test" buttons built-in. What are they for? What makes them different from a regular outlet or plug?

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