Does Travel Trailer Battery Connector Need to Have Ground Connection
Updated 09/25/2018 | Published 09/24/2018
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do i need to ground the trailer end plug if its receiving current from a grounded battery isolator from the pull vehicle, and the battery its charging is grounded to the trailer?
asked by: Andrew T
Expert Reply:
Yes, whether you plan on using the Pollak Single-Pole # PK11852 (which is geared more towards winches) or the 7-Way Round RV Style Trailer Connector - Trailer Side # A7WCB (which is recommended for a travel trailer), you will not only connect the power wire but you also need to have a ground connection as well. The single pole connector has a ground connection on top of it while the 7-Way has a pin designated for the ground (see attached picture).
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Pollak Single-Pole, Round Pin Trailer Wiring Connector - Trailer End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 1 Round
- Plug Only
- Pollak
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