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Get Your Boat Ready for Spring with SmartPlug

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GET YOUR BOAT READY FOR SPRING WITH SMARTPLUG What better way to kick off your boating season than being safe and secure? With the SmartPlug lineup of marine products, we’ve got you covered. Our revolutionary products feature the latest technology and highest quality materials that you’ll find easy to use and install. Here’s what you need to keep you safe on every boating excursion you’ll take this season and beyond: Inlets:  Our inlets provide 20X’s more electrical contact area eliminating the overheating conditions seen with twist-type connectors. The solid sleeve connection and weatherproof seal makes it a preferred option. The mounting flange holes match existing inlets so it can be easily installed to replace the old twist-type inlet products in minutes. Our inlets are designed with high performance/flame resistant material and are offered in a variety of colors to match your boat. Connectors:  Our retro-fit connector offers superior performance and...

Wiring A Shore Power Plug Boosting Rv Safety, One Shore Power Plug At A Time

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Wiring A Shore Power Plug Boosting Rv Safety, One Shore Power Plug At A Time As lifestyles go, RVing is one of the more laid-back, focused more on enjoying family and nature than pumping adrenaline. But a scorched shore power connection is enough to get the pulse racing of the most seasoned RVer. It means the electrical connection overheated and is close to a critical failure. The revolutionary SmartPlug overcomes the shortfalls of a traditional twist-style connection. With it, RVers worry less about electrical equipment and more about when to flip the burgers. The SmartPlug is designed for modern RVing, where power-hungry appliances, electric space heaters, lights, fans, TVs and other conveniences are common on everything from a pop-up to a luxury motor coach. The next generation of shore power connection, it features a pin and clip design that provides over 20 times the metal contact than that of old-fashioned connectors. This maximizes the electrical transfer to reduce t...

5 Crazy Boat Designs And Cords for Boats | Weather Resistant Boat Plug

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5 Crazy Boat Designs At SmartPlug, we’re passionate about boats. We like looking for inspiration from unique, crazy, and innovative boats. Whether it’s a yacht designed to be aesthetically pleasing, or a speed boat designed to be the fastest on the water, we’re intrigued. If you share our passion for boats, we know you’ll enjoy these 5 crazy boats just as much as we do! 1. Miss Geico This turbine-powered race boat can’t help but get your attention. Built by Mystic Powerboats in Deland, FL, this boat is a water icon. Don’t blink or you could miss it, as it can reach speeds of 200-MPH! 2. Gibbs Aquada Seriously, what’s cooler than a boat that’s also a car? With the press of a button, wheels come up and a jet drive kicks in with 2,000 pounds of thrust. What’s even crazier is that the entire process takes only about 12 seconds. 3. Transparent Canoe Even though this one isn’t as technologically advanced as some other boats, this is a cool way to really enjoy t...

Weather Resistant RV Plug Bring It On Mother Nature, SmartPlug Is Ready

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Weather Resistant RV Plug Bring It On Mother Nature, SmartPlug Is Ready Weather Resistant RV Plug Mother Nature and RVers don’t always see eye-to-eye, especially when it comes to cold weather. But with SmartPlug Systems onboard, she can bring on her worst and not affect the safe flow of electricity to the RV, nor dampen the spirits of those who appreciate four-season camping. When it’s time to plug into the pedestal, the SmartPlug System can’t be beaten. Its SUPERFLEX50 50A 125/250V 30′ dual configuration cord set remains flexible and easy to coil in temperatures down to -58° F. Unlike traditional twist-type connectors that require exposing fingers to the elements and fumbling with an ice-cold metal or plastic ring, the SmartPlug pushes straight in with one gloved hand. Because it’s asymmetrical, it’s easy to do in near darkness. Ease of use is only half the equation. Extreme weather puts demands on motor homes, trailers and truck campers. Whether running a heater ...

Caring For Our Waters

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Caring For Our Waters CARING FOR OUR WATERS Boating is a fun and relaxing past time, but while you’re out on the water, it’s important to take strides to ensure you’re being an environmentally friendly boater. As boaters, we want to create as little disruption as possible to the natural marine habitat. Here are some of our tips on how to be a more environmentally friendly boater. Use non-toxic cleaning products As you boaters know, cleaning your boat regularly is important for proper maintenance. To best protect the marine habitat, avoid cleaning products that contain sulfate, phosphate, and other hard detergents. If possible, consider using chemical free, water-based cleaners. These eco-friendly cleaning products will leave your boat sparkling clean without the harsh effects on the surrounding waters. Don’t overfill your fuel tanks As fuel warms, it expands, causing any excess fuel to escape through the vent line. In addition to heating, boating on rough seas can...

SmartPlug Debuts ELCI Sensors and Breakers

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SMARTPLUG DEBUTS ELCI SENSORS AND BREAKERS We’re excited to announce our new line of 30 and 50 Amp ELCI sensors and breakers. This new family of products provides (Equipment Leakage), Ground Fault sensing for the entire boat. The sensor operates in tandem with a calibrated breaker and meets the requirements of ABYC’s E-11 standard for ground fault protection and main shore power circuit protection. The complete package constantly monitors the current balance of the conductors (wires/cables) supplying the power to the load. When a ground fault of 27mA nominal /30 mA max occurs, the sensor signals the breaker to trip. These new products are available in Stainless Steel and Non-Metallic white. These products match the SmartPlug look seen on our inlets, and data ports giving the boat a finished look. Browse our ELCI sensors and breakers here . If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us. For more info visit here: Electrical Equipment Fo...

BM50S | 50 AMP - STAINLESS STEEL INLET AND INLETS MARINE MARKET

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BM50S | 50 AMP - STAINLESS STEEL INLET AND INLETS MARINE MARKET SmartPlug’s 50A 125V/250V inlets have been designed to be used with 3-wires (125V) or 4-wires (250V) in a single inlet. The inlet connector provides 20X’s more electrical contact area eliminating the overheating conditions seen with twist-type connectors. The solid sleeve connection and weatherproof seal makes it a preferred option. The mounting flange holes match existing inlets so it can be easily installed to replace the old twist-type inlet products in minutes. The inlets are available in stainless steel and three non-metallic colors, (White, Black or Gray), of high performance/flame resistant material. Eliminates Overheating – Increased pin & clip surface area greatly improves electrical conductivity during high amperage demand. Ease of Use – No twisting required, the unique plug body shape and push-in design mean it only goes in the right way every time – even in the dark! Multi-Point Lock...