SK0-004 · Question #848
An L6-30 plug is considered:
The correct answer is A. a twist lock. The NEMA L6-30 designation identifies a twist-lock style electrical connector rated for 250V at 30A.
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An L6-30 plug is considered:
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- Aa twist lock.
- Ba Molex.
- Cthree-phase.
- Dan Edison.
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(32 responses)- A91% (29)
- B6% (2)
- D3% (1)
Why each option
The NEMA L6-30 designation identifies a twist-lock style electrical connector rated for 250V at 30A.
In the NEMA wiring device naming convention, the 'L' prefix stands for locking, meaning the plug uses a twist-and-lock mechanism to secure the connection and prevent accidental disconnection under load. The L6-30 is specifically a 250V, 30A locking connector commonly used for data center PDUs and high-draw server equipment.
Molex is a brand name for a family of internal connector systems used inside computers for power and data, not a classification for wall or PDU power plugs.
The L6-30 is a single-phase connector with two hots and a ground; three-phase connectors carry a different NEMA designation such as the L15 or L21 series.
An Edison outlet refers to the standard NEMA 5-15 household receptacle (120V, 15A) and does not apply to the L6-30, which operates at 250V.
Concept tested: NEMA locking connector type identification
Source: https://www.nema.org/standards/view/NEMA-Locking-Devices
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