Campsite Hookup Adapters
Adapt the pedestal connection within its electrical limits.
YOUR CAMPSITE SETUP
RV & Van Life
Shore power and a house battery do different jobs. Match the RV’s service rating, check the pedestal, and keep the charging system compatible with your battery.
What you need
Surge Protectors & EMS
Check incoming shore power and disconnect unsuitable voltage.
Batteries & Power Banks
Match energy, charging chemistry, and the required output.
Solar Panels
Replenish energy with compatible voltage, current, and connectors.
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Core equipment
Campsite Hookup Adapters
Buying checklistBudget
Camco
55165 · 15A to 30A Dogbone
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Male connector
- 15 A
- Female connector
- 30 A
- Plug → socket
- 15 A male → 30 A female
- Voltage
- 125 V
Connects a 30 A RV cord to a 15 A source. Available current remains limited to 15 A.
Specifications & limitsMid
Camco
55185 · 30A to 50A Dogbone
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Male connector
- 30 A
- Female connector
- 50 A
- Plug → socket
- 30 A male → 50 A female
- Voltage
- 125 V
Connects a 50 A RV cord to 30 A shore power. Manage loads to stay within the 30 A supply.
Specifications & limitsSolar Panels
Buying checklistBudget
EcoFlow
110W Portable Solar Panel
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Rated power
- 110 W
- Open-circuit voltage
- 21.8 V
- Connector
- Solar connectors
- Weight
- 8.8 lb
A foldable panel for lighter charging needs. Confirm the station cable and input limits.
Specifications & limitsMid
Renogy
E.FLEX 120W
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Rated power
- 120 W
- Open-circuit voltage
- 23.8 V
- Connector
- MC4
- Weight
- 11 lb
A portable MC4 option. A compatible station cable or battery charge controller is still required.
Specifications & limitsPremium
EcoFlow
400W Portable Solar Panel
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Rated power
- 400 W
- Open-circuit voltage
- 48 V
- Connector
- MC4
- Weight
- 35.3 lb
A higher-voltage portable array. It exceeds the RIVER 2 input limit; verify your station before connecting.
Specifications & limitsOPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Round out your setup
Testers & Safety
Buying checklistBudget
Klein Tools
RT210 GFCI Outlet Tester
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Function
- Wiring + GFCI test
- Voltage
- 110–125 V
- Test category / standard
- CAT II 300 V
ETL listed
A quick check for common receptacle faults. This tester does not itself provide shock protection.
Specifications & limitsMid
Klein Tools
RT250 LCD Outlet Tester
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Function
- Wiring + GFCI timing
- Voltage
- 120 V
- Power source
- 2 × AAA
- Test category / standard
- CAT II 135 V
ETL listed
Adds a voltage display and GFCI trip timing to common outlet-wiring checks.
Specifications & limitsOutdoor Cords & Power Strips
Buying checklistBudget
Yellow Jacket
2886 · 25 ft Outdoor Cord
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Length
- 25 ft
- Wire gauge
- 14 AWG
- Rated current
- 15 A
- Jacket rating
- SJTW
A shorter outdoor-rated run. Choose the required gauge from the load and distance.
Specifications & limitsMid
Southwire
2588 · 50 ft Outdoor Cord
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Length
- 50 ft
- Wire gauge
- 12 AWG
- Rated current
- 15 A
- Jacket rating
- SJTW
A 12 AWG run for a powered pitch. Keep plug connections dry and the cord fully uncoiled.
Specifications & limitsPremium
Yellow Jacket
2885 · 100 ft Outdoor Cord
Manufacturer ratings · Not tested by us
- Length
- 100 ft
- Wire gauge
- 12 AWG
- Rated current
- 15 A
- Jacket rating
- SJTW
Longer reach with 12 AWG conductors. Check voltage drop for the actual load.
Specifications & limits