Let's talk power cords

Does a upgrade really make a difference over a stock cord?

thirsty9311-16-2017 10:27am

atmasphere Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 7,068 posts 09-25-2018 at 07:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete There ARE solid core aftermarket power cords available commercially. Yes- I'm sure there are. But they don't meet OSHA regulations. Has anyone been able to explain why power cable would make a difference? Yes. See the first page of this thread.
elizabeth Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,726 posts 09-26-2018 at 12:55am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete OSHA?
geoffkait Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 14,147 posts 09-26-2018 at 03:14am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Geshundeit!
elizabeth Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,726 posts 09-26-2018 at 11:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thank You Geoff.
atmasphere Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 7,068 posts 09-26-2018 at 07:19pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete OSHA? Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Between them and UL and also national electrical codes, essentially solid core power cords are illegal. So if one makes a fire, electrical hazard or any such, it won't be covered by homeowner's or renter's insurance.