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Cheater box adapter cords allow devices that require higher amounts of electricity to be powered through a smaller combined connection for maximum power. For example, the Conntek cheater box cord (#14995), has two male TT-30 plugs and converts that to one 14-50 outlet. For those who have large 50 amp RV’s, it can prove to be a useful adapter to bring on camping trips as it allows a 50 amp RV to receive the full amount of power when connected to two separately wired 30 amp RV pedestals.

Choosing an extension cord for household devices is often looked at a “one size fits all approach.” It can be as simple as rummaging through the cords in your garage until finding one that matches and is long enough or purchasing the cheapest one at your local hardware store. However, there are some important factors that should also be considered when determining which Conntek extension cord to use.

There are many different outlet configuration styles on generators that will require an adapter to connect to the RV. To find the correct adapter, it is important to know the NEMA configurations of both the RV plug and the generator outlet. Sometimes the NEMA configuration can be found right on the generator’s outlet or in the owner’s manual. Most RV’s use either the 30 amp standard, NEMA TT-30, or 50 amp standard, NEMA 14-50, plugs. Please see our list below for some of the more common NEMA configurations found on generators and adapters that will keep your RV connected.