AC WORKS® Library — 2018

AC WORKS® Wisdom: Outlet & Adapter Max Wattage

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Oct 03, 2018

Last week, we talked about maximum wattage for generator usage and how that plays into the outlets built in (https://youtu.be/rX0JOR7YmsQ). This week, we will talk about another common concern our customers have: the maximum wattage of certain outlets and our adapters. If the power source side of the adapter is less than the female side of the adapter, then the maximum operational wattage will be the same as the power source because that is what it can provide. The maximum wattage of the adapter is printed on the adapter itself, or on a tag attached.If you have any further questions,...

AC WORKS® Wisdom: Generator Power Capacity

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Sep 19, 2018

There are many different generators for many different purposes. Whatever the purpose may be, there is always a maximum capacity. Usually, this is printed on the outside of the generator. What is the capacity? The capacity is the highest amount of power that can be used at one time. The capacity is very rarely reached all the time. Please check out our website to read informative blogs about similar topics, and to see our various adapters and cords for your power solution needs. Check us out on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. Give us a like and subscribe to our youtube...

AC WORKS® Wisdom: SS1 & SS2

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Sep 12, 2018

For a long time, there have been mainly two different types of connectors for shore power: NEMA SS1 and NEMA SS2, with “SS” meaning ship to shore. Recently, the SS1 is becoming phased out with SS2 becoming the sole connector option.

AC WORKS® Wisdom: DIY Wiring Devices

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Sep 05, 2018

Finding and using DIY products can sometimes be more cost effective than buying pre-made products from a store. It can also be more fulfilling knowing you have constructed something with your own two hands. There can be a lot of different DIY products out there, so we are going to help narrow things down.

Download: Fall Product Sheet

Posted by Stephanie Junek on Sep 01, 2018

AC WORKS™ brand products for the fall season. These products will include things like Dryer Outlet adapters, Home and Garden Extension Cords and Adapters, Generator and Welder Extension Cords and Adapters, and multi-outlet options.