Manufacturer | Camco |
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Brand | Camco |
Model | 55301 |
Item Weight | 4.9 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 27.5 x 5.4 x 5.9 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 55301 |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Manufacturer Part Number | 55301 |
OEM Part Number | 55301 |
Special Features | Surge Protection |
Amperage | 30 Amps |
Voltage | 132 Volts |
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Camco Power Grip Camper/RV 30-Amp Voltage Protector | Features Integrated Surge Protection of Up to 2,800 Joules & Diagnostic LEDs Indicate Wiring Faults (55301)
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Brand | Camco |
Color | Yellow |
Voltage | 132 Volts |
Special Feature | Surge Protection |
Product Dimensions | 27.5"L x 5.4"W |
About this item
- RV ELECTRICAL PROTECTION: Protects your camper from dangerous high (>132 VAC) and low (<102 VAC) voltage levels as well as power surges.
- AUTO CONNECT/DISCONNECT & DIAGNOSTIC LEDS: Automatically disconnects from dangerous conditions & reconnects after normal operating conditions are restored. Diagnostic LEDs indicate faults when you connect your electrical cord to the power pedestal.
- PROTECTS AGAINST WIRING ISSUES: Protects against faults for reverse polarity, open neutral, and other wiring issues.
- CAMPER SURGE PROTECTOR: This surge protector for RVs provides integrated surge protection up to 2,800 Joules.
- 30-AMP: 30-amp male (NEMA TT-30P)/30-amp female (NEMA TT-30R)
- WEATHERPROOF & SIMPLE TO USE: Product withstands adverse weather conditions when installed in the upright position. Power Grip handles provide contoured grips for easier plugging and unplugging.
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Camco makes quality products for RVing, boating, camping, towing, tailgating, grilling and more. Our products help take your passion for the outdoors to the next level.
At heart, Camco is a small company with big aspirations. Since 1966, we have earned a reputation for providing superior goods with high customer approval.
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Power Grip RV 30-Amp Voltage Protector with Integrated Surge Protection
How it Works
The Camco Power Grip RV 30-Amp Voltage Protector with Integrated Surge Protection connects directly to your campsite's power pedestal. Once connected, it has a series of diagnostic LEDs that indicate the status of the source circuit. When compared to the key, different lighting combinations will alert you of any electrical issues. The voltage protector protects against faults for reverse polarity, open neutral and other wiring issues and will not let power through to the RV if any of these conditions are present during initial startup.
Following startup, if the lighting sequence matches “Power OK”, then power will be supplied to the RV.
In the event of a power surge or high/low voltage levels through the power pedestal, power will be disconnected and will reconnect only after the normal operating conditions have been restored. The voltage protector also features integrated surge protection of up to 2,800 Joules.
This voltage protector is weather-resilient and withstands adverse weather conditions when installed in the upright position.
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RV Electrical ProtectionProtects your RV from dangerous high (>132 VAC) and low (<102 VAC) voltage levels as well as power surges. |
Auto Connect/Disconnect FeatureAutomatically disconnects from dangerous conditions and reconnects after normal operating conditions have been restored. |
Diagnostic LEDsProvide indication of faults when you connect your electrical cord to the power pedestal. |
Integrated Surge ProtectionUp to 2,800 Joules. |
About Camco Manufacturing
Our Brands:
Our diverse flagship brands include: Rhino, TastePURE, Hydro Life, TST, Power Grip, Eaz-Lift, Life is Better at the Campsite, FasTen, Black Boar, Currituck, Kuuma, Olympian, TRAC, Crooked Creek and Camping Essentials.
Camco makes quality products for RVing, boating, camping, towing, tailgating, grilling and more. Our products help take your passion for the outdoors to the next level.
At heart, Camco is a small company with big aspirations. Since 1966, we have earned a reputation for providing superior goods with high customer approval.
We also work with inventors, entrepreneurs and small businesses to bring innovative products into the marketplace.
At our core, we believe in manufacturing exceptional products and delivering superior service – all while providing a great customer experience.
Our company headquarters is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. Camco also has numerous manufacturing facilities in the United States and around the globe.
Explore your outdoor passion with Camco. Great memories are only an adventure away.
Product Description
The Camco Power Grip RV 30-Amp Voltage Protector with Integrated Surge Protection helps protect your RV and appliances from high (>132 VAC) or low (<102 VAC) voltage levels and power surges. If dangerous conditions are detected, it will automatically disconnect; reconnecting only after the normal operating conditions have been restored. Diagnostic LEDs indicate wiring faults when you connect your electrical cord to the power pedestal. The voltage protector protects against faults for reverse polarity, open neutral and other wiring issues. Includes integrated surge protection of up to 2,800 Joules. Durable Power Grip handles make plugging and unplugging easier. It is weatherproof and able to withstand adverse weather conditions when installed in the upright position. 30-amp male (NEMA TT-30P)/30-amp female (NEMA TT-30R). This accessory is an RV must-have. It’s great for motorhomes, travel trailers, 5th wheels, and more.
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ASIN | B00JFWKM2K |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #76,345 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #195 in Power Inverters |
Date First Available | April 3, 2014 |
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Customers like the performance, sturdiness, and protection of the power strip. For example, they mention it works well, it's built like a tank, and provides excellent power protection. That said, some complain about the battery life. Opinions are mixed on the value.
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Customers like the performance of the power strip. For example, they say it works well, has been operating without problems, and is waterproof. Some mention that it runs its test very quickly and gives them the peace of mind that all is working.
"Works perfect...." Read more
"It is what it says it is. Worked great" Read more
"...Once I did that though, everything worked fine and I felt good knowing I was protected from power surges etc. Worth every penny!" Read more
"...It's getting power in but not outputting with no light alerts. Tried multiple configurations, pedestals, and parks with no luck...." Read more
Customers like the sturdiness of the power strip. For example, they say it's well-made, built like a tank, and reliable. Customers also appreciate the solid handles that make plugging in and pulling out easy. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...To each their own. Definitely is built sturdy and worked great while it lasted." Read more
"...It is quite heavy and seems to be built well...." Read more
"This thing is fantastic, built like a tank, holds up in the scorching Texas summer through heavy rain and freezing cold without a glitch!" Read more
"Arrived in good shape, well packaged. Other reviewers mentioned the big size, from end to end it is 24-1/2" long...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the protection provided by the power strip. They mention that it provides total protection, excellent power protection, and protection from all under-voltage surges. Some say that the size would be nice, but the RV protection is well worth it. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It will also protect from all under-voltage surges, which I have encountered many times, and which can cause the roof A/C to run hot, which will..." Read more
"...It protects from power surges and polarity issues...." Read more
"...about dangerous campground power problems, this unit provides protection for the rv and peace of mind." Read more
"This is a great product. It protects my RV from miswired power pedestals...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the power strip. They mention that the directions are simple, making the choice quite easy. They say it's easy to hook up, read, and use. Customers also mention that it has a sturdy plastic housing and easy to understand warning lights.
"...I gave it 4 stars only because the color is super bright which will probably keep you from forgetting it when your breaking camp, but it also makes..." Read more
"...Seems like an easy feature to add and would increase safety also." Read more
"...Bottom line - it's manageable. When you plug it in to the 30 amp receptacle the blue power light comes on...." Read more
"Easy to use. Works great." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the power strip. Some mention it's the best value for the money, while others say it'll save your rig from expensive repairs or fire.
"...I'm telling you this device is money well spent. I'll update this again when it breaks finally. Hopefully not soon since it's so expensive." Read more
"...This item works as described. Very happy with it even if I feel it is overpriced." Read more
"...Worth every penny!" Read more
"The product appears to properly function. So far the value is good for the price...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the power strip. They mention that it keeps cutting off the power, and some say that it reboots constantly. Customers also say that their trailer doesn't get power when trying to use the protector.
"...can this be, plugged it in , then got all annoyed when my power wasn't working...." Read more
"...ADDENDUM: Used it for 6 weeks and it died on a clear beautiful day. No storms, no power surges or drops. No reason I can find but it's dead...." Read more
"...one of the legs on a small IC (an IL420 optocoupler) had disintegrated completely and there were scorch marks all around it...." Read more
"...if the power goes out even for a split second, you now have no power for 2 full minutes while it reboots...." Read more
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I was concerned about some of the reviews but I had nothing bad works perfect it's been in Sunshine, rain and freezing Temps with no issues. Only on one camp spot did it do protection shutoff and breaker was set also on the pole, would it have damaged the camper who knows but having the protection is always a good thing.
Highly recommended.
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I've had this now about 6 months and let me tell you it definitely monitors the power I've had it several times cut power to my winnebago when it saw something unsafe. In those instances I reported it to campground and used my adapter and used 50amp side of the pole. I'm telling you this device is money well spent. I'll update this again when it breaks finally. Hopefully not soon since it's so expensive.
While waiting for the new one to arive we were still having electrical issues, triping the 50A breaker. When it arived I installed it. It worked as described. When I informed the park that there breaker was still tripping and they saw the surge protector on, and found out what they have to pay for it . They said to remove it until they get to electrical issue corrected. I informed them that if it was not there then they may end up with a much bigger expense to replace electrical componets in the 5th wheel.
This item works as described. Very happy with it even if I feel it is overpriced.
A $50 surge protector will protect only against a brief over-voltage surge (like from a distant lightening strike).
This surge protector will also protect against long-term over-voltages like from a failed neutral connection. It will also protect from all under-voltage surges, which I have encountered many times, and which can cause the roof A/C to run hot, which will shorten its life.
Problem 1: At 1:30 in the morning (during an intense heat wave we have been facing in Texas) our RV's air conditioners both stopped suddenly, waking us up. After resetting the pole breaker on the nearly brand new pole we are plugged into and noticing how none of our neighbors were without power, we had partial power, but still no ACs. Frustrated, I went back out to investigate. It was then that I found the problem, the Camco 50 amp Power Defender. The L2 Relay light was on but the L1 light was off. As a technical service advisor of many years, I knew there is no situation where the unit should intentionally only pass through one phase of a split phase supply, and sure enough when I smacked the unit (ancient Arthur Fonzarelli secret) the L1 relay closed, proving the relay was hanging up. After removing the unit and plugging our RV in directly everything has been working fine for days, demonstrating the Camco 50 amp Power Defender was not protecting us from a problem, it was the problem.
Problem 2: It is worth noting, when I went to unplug our formerly impeccable RV plug from the Camco Power Defender, I found the plug almost impossible to remove. We had to use a butter knife to separate the two plugs, and when we did we saw that our RV plug was now corroded and weathered from just one year of being plugged into the Camco device. Please note, our RV is from 2006, and the plug looked like new before we started using the Camco product, but because of their bad design, our plug was corroded and stuck inside the Camco plug. The typical RV power base sits just high enough off of the dirt that the Camco 50 Amp Power Defender makes your expensive RV plug sit right on the ground where rain, ice, snow, dirt and every other corrosive force of nature can find their way onto your expensive RV plug and begin corroding it after 15 years of it being sheltered by rationally designed RV power outlet covers. Camco did not think about this, and I trusted the reviews, and purchased much to my regret. But the design of their product caused my RV plug to degrade more in one year than it had in the prior 15 years without a "Power Defender". So, unless you want to prematurely age your RV power plug, we recommend you look for a different solution to the surge threat.
Problem 3: Seeing no time period mentioned under the warranty information on the Amazon product page for the Camco 50 amp Power Defender, I reached out to Camco. After speaking to a nice customer service representative about my problem, she said I was going to have to talk to a technical support rep. We exchanged cordial pleasantries before she transferred me, and suddenly, without any ringing, holding, or notice, I was in a deep dark voicemail box with no assurance of exactly who I was to leave a message for, describing to no one the problems I had with Camco's product. After leaving a message that I don't really expect to hear back about, I looked for a way to send an email, and found a very general form on their website and sent off my contact info. I will try directly emailing them one other way, but if this review never gets an update, please know that my wife and I wasted hundreds of dollars and all we have to show for our purchase is a corroded RV power plug and a giant yellow and black paper weight with a faulty relay.
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I highly recommend this product
I should add, a jolt would result in a very bad review, and 'warmth' is not a desired quality in this context.
These things are more expensive than they should be, considering they have no connectivity features. There isn't anything complicated in the electronics that would justify the price. However, since it's stupid to go without one, we got what we could find on short notice. It has been working so far, for which I am grateful, as we rely on our RV for living accommodations. Fried boards are not something I'm willing to experience in the middle of a Canadian winter.