Rivian 10-50 NEMA Plug Adapter?

[DTown3011]

According to Rivian:

We have a NEMA 14-30 Dryer outlet that we use to fast charge our Tesla in a pinch. I assume we can just buy an adapter to convert the 10-30 to 10-50 and we'll be able to use it just the same?

The charger has an 18 foot cord and comes with a Level 2 adapter which plugs into


NEMA 14-50
NEMA 14-50
NEMA 14-50 refers to the type of four-prong 240V outlet — commonly used for household electric cooking ranges and often found at RV parks. There are other types of 240V outlets in addition to the NEMA 14-50, including the NEMA 14-30 which is typically used for electric dryers and water heaters.
You may be able to have a NEMA 14-50 outlet installed in your garage, allowing you to charge your vehicle at home with our Portable Charger.
outlet. When using the included Level 2 adapter, the Portable Charger provides 7.6 kW. This means you can expect to regain about 16 miles of range per hour.


It also comes with a


Level 1
Level 1 Charging
A Level 1 charger utilizes a 120V outlet, which is a standard electrical outlet. These chargers offer the slowest charge times and can be used to top off your battery if needed.
adapter, which allows your Rivian to charge off of a standard 120V household outlet – just like the one used to charge your cellphone. When using the included Level 1 adapter, the Portable Charger provides a slower charge, around 3 miles of range per hour. It’s useful in a pinch, but likely won’t be your everyday charging solution.


While we recommend a Rivian Wall Charger for the fastest at home charging speeds, the Portable Charger can be used as the main charging device. If using the portable charger as your primary charging method, we strongly suggest installing a NEMA 14-50 outlet and using the Level 2 adapter.

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[CommodoreAmiga]

If you intend to use the Rivian Portable EVSE then you want NEMA 14-50. An adapter is fine... You'll just need to limit the max current in the center screen to 24A if you're on a 30A circuit.

 

[DTown3011]

If you intend to use the Rivian Portable EVSE then you want NEMA 14-50. An adapter is fine... You'll just need to limit the max current in the center screen to 24A if you're on a 30A circuit.

Got it - thats the same thing we do on the Tesla. We are on a 30A circuit.

Ultimately, having the Rivian charger installed will be happening but this is good in a pinch.

 

[John G.]

According to Rivian:

We have a NEMA 14-30 Dryer outlet that we use to fast charge our Tesla in a pinch. I assume we can just buy an adapter to convert the 10-30 to 10-50 and we'll be able to use it just the same?

Amazon has several charging options for NEMA 14-30 to 14-50R adapters:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EV+30+Am...to+mema+14-50r+adapter,aps,139&ref=nb_sb_noss

 

[DTown3011]

Amazon has several charging options for NEMA 14-30 to 14-50R adapters:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EV+30+Amp+to+MEMA+14-50R+adapter&crid=38FOIBJX9U6MI&sprefix=ev+30+amp+to+mema+14-50r+adapter,aps,139&ref=nb_sb_noss

Perfect, seems like this won't be an issue at all.

 

[mini2nut]

I just swapped out the 220v dryer outlet for a $10 NEMA 14-50 outlet to charge our Tesla. The car is set to charge at 24 amps. It's perfect for our vehicle charging needs.

 

[DTown3011]

I just swapped out the 220v dryer outlet for a $10 NEMA 14-50 outlet to charge our Tesla. The car is set to charge at 24 amps. It's perfect for our vehicle charging needs.

Agree - mine is inside the house, but our charging cable reaches just fine (it's in the mudroom just inside from the garage) and will be even better with the Rivian port being located on the front left.

 

[mini2nut]

Mine was in the garage so it was very convenient.

 

[DTown3011]

Mine was in the garage so it was very convenient.

Our cord fits under the door - not ideal, but hey, it works just fine!

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