I recently taught myself how to install additional 240v outlets so I can add as many as I need in future. Now that I have seen how easy, quick and cheap it is, I have an interest in adding an 80a or 100a outlet. The number and quality of the bargains available for used electronics sky-rockets once you remove that "what can I power with my dryer outlet" restriction.... There is also a growing number of low cost VFDs available that are designed for 1ph 220v in to 380v 3ph out... if you can power them...

But.....

While 80a and 100a 1ph 2 pole breakers for my Siemens main breaker are easy to find and cheap,.... I can't say the same for the receptacles or plugs. The 50a receptacle I just installed was easy to find and cost less than $10. I have even seen a few 60a ones knocking around on eBay but.... anything larger seems to be for 3 phase or they cost over $300...

I was wondering if anyone here has found an affordable 100a receptacle / plug combo (less than $100 for both)?

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