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Get the Best Extension Cord for the Job

Extension cords give you versatility when arranging a room, and when you need to place a lamp in a certain spot for your room design it really comes in handy. An extension cord can make it convenient to plug your electrical appliances into an outlet regardless of how far away it is. You will have no difficulty reaching an electrical outlet on the other side of the room. You can find longer and shorter extension cords depending on what they are designed to do, and even though most extension cords appear very similar to each other, looks can be deceiving. When you get a well-made extension cord, it will operate safely and reliably for a long time.

Extension Cords Come in a Variety of Strengths and Sizes

If you need  an extension cord just to use around the house for lamps, radios, decorative wall clocks or small electronic items, then the basic double-wire extension cord will get the job done perfectly. The regular double-wire extension cord comes in lengths up to one hundred feet. For appliances and electronic devices that use more voltage like power tools and space heaters, the double-wire cord is not adequate. For this purpose, you will need to use a heavy-duty cord. These heavy duty cords are commonly used for construction or yard work. Bright orange and yellow color codes make them easy to spot. Being easily seen is a valuable asset when you use one for yard work or when a construction professional uses one on a construction project. Since the third wire is not grounded in a three-wire extension cord, ensure that you always plug it into a grounded outlet.

Getting the Right Cord for the Job

If you plan to buy an extension cord, think about what you plan to do with it. If you are just plugging in a lamp or a radio, then a basic, two-wire extension cord will get the job done safely and efficiently. If, however, you plan to operate a power tool like a saw or a sander, then, for safety’s sake, you must use a heavy-duty extension cord. Another thing to remember as you ponder purchasing a new extension cord is that there is a huge variation in quality between extension cords. So as you are browsing and evaluating prices, check for a UL listing, which ensures that it is guaranteed to meet or exceed the United Laboratories power cord safety standards. Find an extension cord that is well insulated, and insulation is paramount if you plan to use the cord for a heavy appliance. High quality extension cords often offer additional features like a childproof cover for open outlets. You may also wish to purchase a cord with grounded terminals, polarized plugs, a power on indicator as well as surge protection. An extension cord may set you back as anywhere from a couple of dollars to over thirty dollars depending on the type and quality of the cord.

Power Strips Increase Opportunities

While an extension cord is certainly great to extend the range between the appliance and the electrical outlet, you may also use an extension cord to expand the count of available outlets that you have in a room. This is when, instead of using a basic extension cord, you will probably wish to use a power strip. Using a power strip allows a single plug to become as many as eight power connections, and it will give you surge protection at the same time. A good, power strip will set you back anywhere from ten to thirty dollars.

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