Additional 240v socket

[GrumpyGranddad]

Has anybody added an additional 240v socket to a T6.1 ?

 

[Meoncoast]

Have not had the need too on our T5 or T6 - one enough with multi-socket adaptor.

 

[California4x4]

What are you thinking of powering with it please?

 

[Jim2007]

We find this very useful:



https://www.toughleads.co.uk/collec...caravan-hook-up-in-line-adaptor-to-13a-socket

 

[Mr T]

I use something like this in my T6, not sure how different the socket layout is in the T6.1

 

[WelshGas]

Has anybody added an additional 240v socket to a T6.1 ?

Why?
Do you want to run more than 1 mains appliance at a time?
Or do you want a mains socket in a different position?

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

What are you thinking of powering with it please?

Was considering fitting a microwave In a cupboard.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

Why?
Do you want to run more than 1 mains appliance at a time?
Or do you want a mains socket in a different position?

Yes in a different position - inside a cupboard.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

I use something like this in my T6, not sure how different the socket layout is in the T6.1

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

Thanks but not what I’m specifically looking for.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

We find this very useful:

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https://www.toughleads.co.uk/collec...caravan-hook-up-in-line-adaptor-to-13a-socket

Not what I’m looking for but looks useful. Might get one

 

[WelshGas]

Yes in a different position - inside a cupboard.

Which cupboard?

 

[sidepod]

Very simple to do, if you’re ok with lectrickery? Just access the circuit breaker (not sure where it is on your model) and you’ll see the out going wires to the existing socket. Just pop your new flex (2.5mm2/3 core) into the same terminals. Run the flex to your new location and mount the new socket. Bosh.

In an ideal world you’d then test it for various RCD functions but you’re unlikely to have that kit. Obvs a pukka spark will.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

Very simple to do, if you’re ok with lectrickery? Just access the circuit breaker (not sure where it is on your model) and you’ll see the out going wires to the existing socket. Just pop your new flex (2.5mm2/3 core) into the same terminals. Run the flex to your new location and mount the new socket. Bosh.

In an ideal world you’d then test it for various RCD functions but you’re unlikely to have that kit. Obvs a pukka spark will.

Brilliant, many thanks.
My surname is Sparkes so need to get pukka’d up

 

[WelshGas]

Brilliant, many thanks.
My surname is Sparkes so need to get pukka’d up

Remember Campsite mains supplies can be as low as 6 amps, and some of that will be taken to run the Mains Charger. So be aware of your power requirements.

 

[sidepod]

Assuming small unit to fit in cupboard, 800w? 3.5A.

 

[Granny O]

We find this very useful:

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https://www.toughleads.co.uk/collec...caravan-hook-up-in-line-adaptor-to-13a-socket

Thanks for that. Have just ordered one !

 

[couplands]

Has anybody added an additional 240v socket to a T6.1 ?

Just resurrecting this thread as I want to add another 240v mains socket.

We often use two mains powered devices and have a two way adaptor that plugs into the socket at the end of the sink. However, I'd like a more permanent/elegant solution and wondered if you had found a suitable location/solution for an extra socket.

I'm aware of the power limitations etc of campsite EHU power, but many larger motorhomes have multiple 240v sockets so it is certainly doable.

 

[Ch1pbutty]

We had an additional one fitted to our old beach. Located in the boot, used for the fridge + easy to run extension out to an awning (just shut the cable in the boot).

 

[couplands]

We had an additional one fitted to our old beach. Located in the boot, used for the fridge + easy to run extension out to an awning (just shut the cable in the boot).

Dont suppose you have any photos of the location..?

 

[WelshGas]

Just resurrecting this thread as I want to add another 240v mains socket.

We often use two mains powered devices and have a two way adaptor that plugs into the socket at the end of the sink. However, I'd like a more permanent/elegant solution and wondered if you had found a suitable location/solution for an extra socket.

I'm aware of the power limitations etc of campsite EHU power, but many larger motorhomes have multiple 240v sockets so it is certainly doable.

Where would you be using the 2 x Mains powered devices.?
If the kitchen unit then why not put a 2 nd socket below the original

 

[Ch1pbutty]

Dont suppose you have any photos of the location..?

 

[couplands]

Where would you be using the 2 x Mains powered devices.?
If the kitchen unit then why not put a 2 nd socket below the original

Yes, in the kitchen would be preferred. I wondered if there was a replacement socket that was similar to the OEM one but with two sockets.

 

[WelshGas]

Yes, in the kitchen would be preferred. I wondered if there was a replacement socket that was similar to the OEM one but with two sockets.

This would be neat.

Amazon.co.uk

 

[couplands]

This would be neat.

Amazon.co.uk

Indeed, I have one of these ( a 2 gang version) buts it's not 100% secure so would prefer a proper 2 gang socket.

I'll continue to research...