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SmartPlug RV Power Inlet - 30 Amp - Black

Part Number: SM97FR
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Get your ride SmartPlug ready. Replaces the fiddly twist lock inlet with a more secure and safe connection. Plug in with ease and have one less thing to worry about. Installs into the same footprint as a standard inlet with no modification needed. Great Prices for the best shore power inlet from SmartPlug. SmartPlug RV Power Inlet - 30 Amp - Black part number SM97FR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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SmartPlug Shore Power Inlet - SM97FR

  • 30 Amp
  • Power Inlets
  • Black
  • SmartPlug
  • Standard Connector
  • Plastic
  • RV

Get your ride SmartPlug ready. Replaces the fiddly twist lock inlet with a more secure and safe connection. Plug in with ease and have one less thing to worry about. Installs into the same footprint as a standard inlet with no modification needed.


Features:

  • Inlet lets you plug in your SmartPlug cord to power your RV or boat
    • 3-Prong male inlet accepts SmartPlug 30-amp female connectors (sold separately)
    • Cables lock in place for secure connection
  • Straight-in, single-step operation means no more twisting or fiddling with locking rings
    • Plug shape takes guesswork out of connecting so it's simple to use, even in the dark
  • Flat electrical pins increase contact area compared to curved pins in twist locks
    • Reduces heat caused by electrical resistance
  • Inlet cap snaps down onto plug body when in use to reduce strain
    • Helps stop plug from being yanked out accidentally
  • Rubber seal keeps inlet safe from the elements when not in use
  • High-quality materials hold up in extreme climates or out on the water
    • Marine-grade stainless steel components hold up season after season
    • Nickel-plated brass electrical pins and tinned wires resist corrosion
    • Plastics are UV and heat resistant Valox 553U resins
  • Easy installation - sized to fit standard inlets so you can use the same screws and holes
  • Black color
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Amperage: 30 amps
  • Voltage: 125 volts
  • 7-Year warranty


SmartPlug vs. Twist Lock


RV and boat owners have long relied on Twist Lock style connections for powering their rides. For years, it has been the best option for connecting to shore power. It's been reliable, but most know it's not without disadvantages:


Twist-Type Design Problems

  • Curved pins make minimal surface contact, increasing the amount of heat generated
  • Locking ring can be prone to breaking, cross threading, and stripping out
  • Faulty locking ring puts strain on the connection
  • Wear and debris can loosen the fit, further decreasing surface contact
  • Circular plug shape isn't user friendly and takes some awareness of the orientation of the pins to insert correctly

SmartPlug's connector addresses each of these concerns and does all of the heavy lifting.


Locking arms grab the inlet, a clamp inside the plug body holds the cord, the inlet cap snaps to the top while in use, and the integrated seals weatherproof the connection. This helps prevent the wiggly, dirty connections that increase electrical resistance, which creates potentially dangerous heat.


Since it uses a square plug face, SmartPlug is able to use flat pins which create far more surface contact, further reducing the risk of high heat and electrical arcing. The square shape and flat pins also make it easy to plug in - no more twisting or guessing if the pins are lined up correctly.




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See what our Experts say about this SmartPlug Shore Power Inlet

  • Should Butyl Tape Or A Sealant Be Used When Installing Outlet On RV With Aluminum Siding?
    Hello Jay, thanks for reaching out. Yes, you would want to use butyl tape or a non-sag sealant for that. The gasket by itself would not be enough to fully weatherproof the hole. Maybe we will try to get a video of that next time we see an aluminum trailer here at our shop for electrical work.
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  • Recommended 30 Amp SmartPlug Angled RV Power Cord
    Hey Mike. The 30 Amp SmartPlug Angled RV Power Cord item # SM22YB is not available in a combination kit. You'll need to purchase one of the power inlets separately. We have three different color options that I have listed below: SmartPlug RV Power Inlet - 30 Amp - Black item # SM97FR, Gray item # SM37FR, and White item # SM57FR. What kind of trailer do you have? You can add this information, along with any other questions you have, where it says Reply to Jerred H.
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  • Mounting Hole Dimensions of a 30 Amp SmartPlug RV Power Inlet
    Hey Jaime, welcome back! I can give you the dimensions of the 30 Amp SmartPlug RV Power Inlet item # SM97FR so you can compare them to the ones on your 50 amp power inlet but I can't tell you if it's going to match up to the holes. I don't have anyway of knowing what brand 50 amp inlet you have. SmartPlug markets their power inlets as being able to match standard twist-lock inlet footprints but I strongly recommend taking some measurements to confirm. The mounting holes are spaced 2.44"...
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  • 30-Amp RV Cord Adapter For Connecting Camco Extension To RV
    The SmartPlug Marine Power Cord Adapter # SM33VR is designed to connect a Twist Lock Cord # F3OR36SBOEM to a SmartPlug RV Power Inlet # SM97FR. If your RV has a Twist Lock Inlet # A10-30INVP you will need an Adapter # A10-3030D90VP to connect to the Camco 30 Amp RV Cord # CAM55191.
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  • Replacement SmartPlug Power Cord Connector Plug Assembly
    SmartPlug labels their parts backwards so I assume you're looking for the SmartPlug Connector Plug Assembly for RV Power Cords - 30 Amp Female # SM47FR, which would go on the power cord. If you're looking for the inlet then you would need one of the following color options: White # SM57FR Gray # SM37FR Black # SM97FR Stainless Steel # SM24FR
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  • Can SmartPlug RV Power Inlet SM97FR Attach to Round Surface
    The mounting flange of the SmartPlug RV Power Inlet # SM97FR is flat which means it was designed to mount to a flat surface. To accommodate the roundness of where you plan to mount this you could use washers to take up the extra space.
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  • How To Does A SmartPlug Power Cord Connect To A Shore Power Pedestal
    The SmartPlug RV Power Inlet # SM97FR would be wired to the trailer and would be paired with a SmartPlug power cord, like part # SM59FR, that has a matching connection for the inlet and a standard 30 amp connector on the other end to connect to the shore power pedestal.
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