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Reusing cable for diy?

I have a floor machine with a 50ft cable that I'll be replacing soon. It's been in regular use the past five years--*maybe* as much as one week of disuse once or twice in that time. As a whole, I'm uncomfortable with the nicks. But there are several lengths that look practically perfect. It's thickly shielded with grey rubber. Would it be unwise to re-purpose this cord for a few diy power cord projects? Relevant (maybe) stats: Power Cord: 14-3 ST Fixed; Voltage: 115V/60Hz; Motor: 1.5 HP / DC Rectified. Thanks, Michael
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elizabeth
6,726 posts
 
No problem.
Usually industrial stuff is made to really last a long time.
The only possible issue might be the insulation decaying.
When you cut the wire, just see if the inner insulation is still strong and flexible. If it is cracked, or splits off the wires, discard the cable.
poprhetor OP
57 posts
 
Thanks for the reply, Elizabeth. Everything is still in good shape that way. When I pull the trigger on a new cord, I'll store this one for those projects.
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ozzy
3,650 posts
 
Poprhetor , I would not waste the time with that cable.
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