Charging at RV sites?

[captainjp]

Why? That's probably the most common way to adapt to other plugs.

Because I said so. That’s why

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[DeafPug]

Like @VandalSibs suggested, I really like the route of the Tesla Mobile Connector and the proper pigtail to automatically set the charging amperage. Slightly more expensive than the cheapest route, but it's definitely the easiest setup out there.

In addition to the 5-15 adapter that comes with the Mobile Connector and the TT-30 adapter that was linked, Tesla also has a NEMA Adapter Bundle that supports 5-20, 6-15, 6-20, 6-50, 10-30, 14-30, and 14-50 outlets and includes a convenient storage bag.

 

[beatle]

+1 to the Tesla UMC and a TT-30 adapter. (I still think it's weird that Tesla doesn't offer a TT-30 adapter of their own). The UMC is very convenient for other types of plugs you may encounter if charging at friends and family that don't have their own hardwired EVSEs.

 

[JM.]

I've had both, and still needed either one or two other non-Tesla adapters to cover places that I needed to charge at. So to me, it's not useful to pay for the Tesla solution which isn't a full solution.

 

[VandalSibs]

I've had both, and still needed either one or two other non-Tesla adapters to cover places that I needed to charge at. So to me, it's not useful to pay for the Tesla solution which isn't a full solution.

Fair enough.

Curious, what other adapters have you needed?

 

[emlo]

I’ve used this one at a camp site. No issues at all even ran the ac on my Rivian to cool the tent (camp stream) and was still able to get the full charge after 3 days to go home.

Parkworld 885378 EV Adapter Cord... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C9HC1ZW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[JM.]

Fair enough.

Curious, what other adapters have you needed?

I no longer have the Tesla, so I can't recall all of them. One is a 10-50, which is somewhat common with old houses and welders in garages. Obviously the TT-30, and there's one other, I think. Possibly one that was simply perpetually out of stock, I had backorder issues getting some.

 

[HaveBlue]

I would not do this. Instead use this adapter with the standard plug included with your mobile charger.
https://a.co/d/ez9rcpb

That will only supply 12A. No adapter needed for that. Just plug into an ordinary outlet at the campground.

Better off with the Parkwood tt30p to 14-50r ev adapter and adjust the car to 24A for twice as much juice.

 

[JM.]

That will only supply 12A. No adapter needed for that. Just plug into an ordinary outlet at the campground.

Yup, exactly. If I'm charging the EV motorcycle/bike I can just plug into the RV outlets for 12a. And the difference between 12a and 24a is actually more than double due to losses while charging. It's like you're losing a couple amps to losses/maintenance.

 

[Blu2Grn]

Excellent point. Infrastructure at most campgrounds were put in before EVs existed. Even if they have the right outlets, doesn't mean what is unseen is up to snuff.

Fair enough.

Curious, what other adapters have you needed?

Not much of an expert on electrical issues but wonder if anyone has experience charging their R1 at an RV site with 30amp power. If so, what adapter did you use? I thought this might be a solution when up in the Old Station / Hat Creek / Lassen area last weekend but the RV socket was different than the plug on my Rivian supplied portable charger. (Co-pilot responded to my query that The standard RV 30-amp outlet is a TT-30 plug, which provides 120V rather than the 240V that most Level 2 chargers use. To make it work, you’ll need an adapter that converts the TT-30 plug to a NEMA 14-50 or J1772 connection, ensuring it’s wired correctly for EV charging).

Quick word of thanks to all who have replied and offered suggestions. Very helpful.

 

[jd2025]

We have charged our R1T at RV campgrounds a number of times. Many campgrounds have both a 30amp and a 50 amp outlet on the post.

Our Aistream operated on a 30 amp plug. We have been able to plug in the Airstream and the Rivian at the same time. The charging on the Rivian has run at between 13 and 18 mph.

Brian

Be careful doing this. My understanding is that the 30 amp uses one of the legs of the 50 amp, so using both the 30 amp and the 50 amp at the same time can seriously overload the shared leg. They are not installed with the intent for them to be used at the same time.

 

[moosetags]

Be careful doing this. My understanding is that the 30 amp uses one of the legs of the 50 amp, so using both the 30 amp and the 50 amp at the same time can seriously overload the shared leg. They are not installed with the intent for them to be used at the same time.

I am aware of this situation. I will only use both simultaneously if each outlet has its own circuit breaker on the post. I have done this a number of times without any issues, but I carefully monitor the situation.

Brian

 

[JM.]

Be careful doing this. My understanding is that the 30 amp uses one of the legs of the 50 amp, so using both the 30 amp and the 50 amp at the same time can seriously overload the shared leg. They are not installed with the intent for them to be used at the same time.

I don't know where you got this "understanding" but that would be illegal and very stupid.

 

[JamuJoe]

Not much of an expert on electrical issues but wonder if anyone has experience charging their R1 at an RV site with 30amp power. If so, what adapter did you use? I thought this might be a solution when up in the Old Station / Hat Creek / Lassen area last weekend but the RV socket was different than the plug on my Rivian supplied portable charger. (Co-pilot responded to my query that The standard RV 30-amp outlet is a TT-30 plug, which provides 120V rather than the 240V that most Level 2 chargers use. To make it work, you’ll need an adapter that converts the TT-30 plug to a NEMA 14-50 or J1772 connection, ensuring it’s wired correctly for EV charging).

I have used a NEMA 14-50 to TT-30 adapter dozens of times in RV parks as we travel with our R1T (dual, max, performance) towing our Airstream. I do set the R1T to 24A, snd have never had a electrical issue or objection from the park owners. Note that I avoid KOA, as many have a no EV charging policy. I have also used the pedestal 30A simultaneously for the Airstream.

 

[theonetruestripes]

The TT-30 can also be used with a ground-neutral bonding plug to charge from a generator

Oh?

What is the process for this? Like say I have a generator with a 30A plug and some 15A plugs as well. What else would I need to use it to charge my Rivian? (say it is a multi-way power outage and I’ve used the Rivian a dozen times to go buy gas or something and now feel like I should charge it up a little...or maybe it is a few months after the outage and I have all this gas that I don’t otherwise use and want to burn it before it gets too much water and can’t be used in the generator...)

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