Midwest Electric U030ND - 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box
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Midwest Electric 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box
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Retail Price:
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$69.99 |
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-$10.00 |
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Extra Savings:
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-$10.00
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Your Price:
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$49.99 |
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Weatherproof
• Connect your generator to an exterior power outlet
• Design allows the lid to be closed with a cord plugged in
Indoor/Outdoor Connection
• NEMA 3R design can be used indoors or outdoors
UL Listed
• Certified for use by Underwriter Laboratories
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Model Number: | U030ND |
 | | | Manufacturer Name: | Midwest Electric | | | | Made in USA: | Unknown | | | | Maximum Wattage: | 7,500 Watts | | | | Voltage: | 120/240 Single-Phase | | | | Frequency: | 60 Hertz | | | | Rated Amps: | 62.5/31.25 Amps | | | | Max Generator Input: | 7,500 Amps | | | | UL Listed: | Yes | | Overview | | | | Weight: | 8 Lbs. (3.63 kilograms) | | | | Dimensions: | 15"L x 8"W x 6.5"H
(38.10 x 20.32 x 16.51 cm) | | | | Warranty: | 1 Year |
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Average Rating: 4.6 of 5.0
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Written March 02, 2008 |
| Midwest Electric 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box Review |
| By Toos To |
| I bought this for my house. It is a serviceable box at a decent price. After installing it I think I might have been better off buying the more expensive Reliance version for $20 more, since I like their gasketed cover. Still, it did install fairly easily and I don't plan on changing it. I would call it "builders grade." |
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Written January 05, 2007 |
| Midwest Electric 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box Review |
| By carman electrical service,inc west babylon n.y. |
| We have installed this product on four jobs this past year.Easy to install and a install time saver. |
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Written January 01, 2009 |
| Well Built And A Great Value |
| By jason nichols (Laporte, IN) |
This was a super simple installation with a well built box, and a great value, but a I did have a couple small concerns...
1. To use the most logical knock out on the back of the unit (at least for the clamps that I had on hand) you will need to put the clamp in on the inside and use a small spacer washer inside in order for the box to sit flush to the wall. It's not a big deal really, but odd design in my opinion.
2. This probably won't matter to most, but the opening in the bottom that I first thought to be a great idea so that I could have the unit closed while a plug was connected MIGHT end up being a problem.
My box is installed near a flower garden that gets a LOT of bee traffic, and the box MIGHT be a good home for them.
I'll probably at least tape it closed in the summer to keep them out just in case. Just something to think about if you're shopping for a power inlet box...
Don't get me wrong, I'd buy the same box again if I needed one, just thought I'd share that info...
(That black wire in the picture has nothing to do with this installation!) |
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Written July 05, 2008 |
| How to Pick the Perfect Power Inlet Box |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
Power inlet boxes act as gateway between the inside and outside world.
Portable generators must run outside since they emit deadly carbon monoxide gas. The trick is getting the electricity safely inside the house.
Your electrician installs a power inlet box on the side of your house near your main electrical panel. Inside, it is hardwired to your manual transfer switch, which restores power to your main electrical panel.
When the power goes out, you simply connect one end of a power cord to your portable generator oulet. The other end is plugged into the power inlet box.
The whole process is as simply as plugging in outdoor holiday lights.
Before your electrician starts drilling a hole on the side of your house, you should really consider if you even need a power inlet box.
If your main electrical panel is installed in your garage, you really don't need one. You simply need at least a 25-foot power cord and a manual transfer switch with an outlet.
Instead of using a power inlet box, connect the generator directly into the transfer switch through the garage. Just make sure that your generator is far enough away from the house to avoid inhaling any fumes.
The same goes for your basement. If you have a nearby window, you can drop the power cord through the window and connect it directly into the transfer switch.
If you decide to install a power inlet box afterall, you have a couple of options. First, make sure the inlet box amperage matches the power cord and transfer switch.
Secondly, get one that can be painted. Natually, you'll want it to blend in with the exterior of the house. |
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