Charging at an RV site?

[ScottWagTx]

Hi folks, I've had my lightning for 3 months and have only charged from my home charger (Pro provided by Ford).
I'm about to take my first trip from Austin, Tx to Mountain View, Arkansas so my first experience with using 3rd party chargers.
The area in Arkansas is somewhat remote and doesn't have many charging options other than RV spots with 50 amp plugs (see pic).
My question is if there are any risks associated with using the Ford provided, mobile charger, at this 50 amp RV site?
If it will work, how long should I expect to charge from say 20% to 85%?
Many thanks in advance! Oh, and I will be pulling my bike (see pic) so any advice on towing longer distances would be appreceiated.

 

[G-Zeus]

If that outlet is delivering 240V at 50A... that 12kW of power. Throw that into this nice calculator and get your time.

 

[ddimit]

I'd dial the current down to like 32 amps. Most of these are not rated under the 125% rule per NEC

 

[RickLightning]

I'd dial the current down to like 32 amps. Most of these are not rated under the 125% rule per NEC

You cannot dial down the Ford Mobile Charger. On the truck it pulls 30amps.

 

[mrau]

Believe the Ford mobile charger has max output of 32 amps. Will work just fine in 14-50 outlet.

 

[RickLightning]

Many RV parks with that outlet aren't really 50amps, nor are they designed to provide the kind of draw you will have (sustained 30amps). Some do.

131 x (85-20) / (30x240x85%) = 14 hours.

 

[RickLightning]

Believe the Ford mobile charger has max output of 32 amps. Will work just fine in 14-50 outlet.

Mach-E is 32 amps. Lightning is 30.

 

[ScottWagTx]

If that outlet is delivering 240V at 50A... that 12kW of power. Throw that into this nice calculator and get your time.

Awesome!! Thanks G-Zeus!!

 

[Grumpy2]

If I pay for a 50amp camp site, I often consume close to that amount for a short periods of time based on my power control panel in the coach, but I will draw 30amps continuous for hours with AC's without issue. A couple of parks we have parked at now have signs "No EV Charging allowed".

 

[ScottWagTx]

Many RV parks with that outlet aren't really 50amps, nor are they designed to provide the kind of draw you will have (sustained 30amps). Some do.

131 x (85-20) / (30x240x85%) = 14 hours.

Perfect! Thank you Rick....and all!

 

[Cosmacelf]

Yes, your included mobile charger will have a plug for that exact receptacle (check before you go!) and will charge at 30A/240V. Do call ahead to the camp ground and tell them you'll be charging there just to make sure they will allow it since some older campgrounds have more dodgy electrical systems.

 

[BennyTheBeaver]

Mach-E is 32 amps. Lightning is 30.

I believe the Lightning is 30a so we can use the Ford Mobile Charger on the rear Pro Power port without tripping anything.

 

[RickLightning]

I believe the Lightning is 30a so we can use the Ford Mobile Charger on the rear Pro Power port without tripping anything.

Correct. Same charger, different 240v pigtail that limits the current.

 

[hturnerfamily]

I used campground 50amp outlets many times - you simply plug in your 50amp 4-prong EVSE adapter and plug it into the outlet - easy. 30amp of speed will take about 10-12 hours depending on your real SOC when you start, and where you end, accordingly also to your battery pack size.

I would never 'tell' anyone at a campground - that's simply asking for trouble. If you rent the campsite, it's yours to use for whatever you please. Most campground owners have no clue about EVs, nor do they care.

 

[detansinn]

Be sure to check to see if you have permission to use it as such. Some campgrounds are prohibiting EV charging.

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