Shore power port

[mraz72]

I just purchased a Minn Kota onboard battery charger which takes a standard 120v input. I wetslip my boat and I have shore power.

I would like to plug directly from shore power to my boat instead of running an extension cable under my cover.
So the question is which port to get, 15A or 30A

With 15A i would have to use my adapter which is fine
Amazon.com: Marinco Dockside 30A to 15A Adapter with GFCI 30A Locking Plug to 15A Connector: Sports & Outdoors

30A outlet
Amazon.com: ParkPower 15A, 20A, 30A & 50A Power Inlets, Stainless Steel, 30 Amp, 125V: Sports & Outdoors

or 15A
Amazon.com : MinnKota AC Power Port (Black) : Boating Electrical Equipment : Sports & Outdoors

I know some marinas do not want 15amp plugs attached to boats, so something to consider. my marina doesn't seem to care.

 

[JetPowered]

You don’t need the 30 amp for current and the cable is much larger and stiffer to deal with. I’d do the 15amp.

 

[Nous Defions]

Not sure how you would get to it without an extension cord under the cover.

 

[zipper]

A 30a circuit brought onto the boat will need an AC distribution panel and will need a 30a main breaker in the panel. Smaller breakers (15a) are installed on the AC panel to feed smaller circuits like your battery charger. Unless you have other circuits to power, just run a dedicated GFCI 15a circuit.

 

[mraz72]

Thanks! I was going to try to place the receptacle in a spot where I could leave the cover snapped and not run a cord underneath BUT, after thinking about it, I'm concerned about leaving it plugged in while it rains. I'm thinking under the cover would be best to protect a little from the elements.

I just took a look in the battery compartment because where I place the charger will influence where the port is, and there really isn't a lot of room. I suspect that's why folks are installing the chargers in the engine bay.

I'll start a new thread asking about onboard charger placement.

 

[zipper]

There are 15a inlets that may work, depending on where it's mounted.

15 Amp Inlet, Black

15 Amp Inlet, Black - Power Products Llc Dba Parkpower By Marinco - 150BBI.RV - Power Plugs & Receptacles

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