Generator inlet

Joe94
Joe94 Solar Expert Posts: 42 ✭
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What are off griders using for a 110v generator inlet? I would like to use A power max 30 amp transfer switch. All the generator inlets at the local hardware store are 240v. A quick google search lead me to a few but the all seemed to be rated for 15amp. I'm sure my inspector is going to want it to be UL listed as well.
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  • mike95490
    mike95490 Solar Expert Posts: 9,583 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Re: Generator inlet

    I have a 240V transformer I plug into my 110 generator, and use a 240V electric range outlet. I can then plug my inverter into any of 3 different generators, depending on which one is functional at the time. (one always starts but has broken mounting bolt, one won't start below 30F, one uses gasoline.)
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  • BB.
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    Re: Generator inlet

    Are you looking for manual or automatic? There is a wide range of options.

    -Bill
    Near San Francisco California: 3.5kWatt Grid Tied Solar power system+small backup genset
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  • Joe94
    Joe94 Solar Expert Posts: 42 ✭
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    Re: Generator inlet

    I'm looking at the PowerMax 30amp automatic transfer switch. I need to find a wall inlet that I can use to plug my generator into it.
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