DIY flat extension cord?...

[Hem Jung]

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

 

[Ralph Mowery]

In article <s3vddo$gnt$1@dont-email.me>, hemjA@netco.net says...

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

Have you seen the floor protectors ? Rubber pieces that are a few
inches wide that the cord goes under ?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Legrand-Wiremold-Corduct-5-ft-1-Channel-
Over-Floor-Cord-Protector-Black-CDBK-5/205485211

There are many variations of this.

 

[Ralph Mowery]

In article <s3vddo$gnt$1@dont-email.me>, hemjA@netco.net says...

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

Have you seen the floor protectors ? Rubber pieces that are a few
inches wide that the cord goes under ?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Legrand-Wiremold-Corduct-5-ft-1-Channel-
Over-Floor-Cord-Protector-Black-CDBK-5/205485211

There are many variations of this.

 

[Ralph Phillips]

On 3/30/2021 10:21 AM, Ralph Mowery wrote:

In article <s3vddo$gnt$1@dont-email.me>, hemjA@netco.net says...

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.



Have you seen the floor protectors ? Rubber pieces that are a few
inches wide that the cord goes under ?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Legrand-Wiremold-Corduct-5-ft-1-Channel-
Over-Floor-Cord-Protector-Black-CDBK-5/205485211

There are many variations of this.


To which I\'d add the cheap version, Gaffer Tape.

(In a dire pinch, duck tape or even duct tape can be used ... )

RwP

 

[Ralph Phillips]

On 3/30/2021 10:21 AM, Ralph Mowery wrote:

In article <s3vddo$gnt$1@dont-email.me>, hemjA@netco.net says...

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.



Have you seen the floor protectors ? Rubber pieces that are a few
inches wide that the cord goes under ?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Legrand-Wiremold-Corduct-5-ft-1-Channel-
Over-Floor-Cord-Protector-Black-CDBK-5/205485211

There are many variations of this.


To which I\'d add the cheap version, Gaffer Tape.

(In a dire pinch, duck tape or even duct tape can be used ... )

RwP

 

[Peter W.]

On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 10:43:07 AM UTC-4, Hem Jung wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Cordinate-10-ft-Tan-PVC-Cord-Cover-43002/203716817?MERCH=REC-_-searchViewed-_-NA-_-203716817-_-N

here is a 10-foot (3 meter) version, and for outdoor use:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Guardian-2-Channel-Drop-Over-Cable-Protector-Ramp-for-1-375-in-Dia-Cables-DH-CR-5/313246197

And, there are always these:

https://www.gordonelectricsupply.com/p/Hubbell-Rf151Dtr-15A-125V-Brs-Floor-Box/6159433?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmIuDBhDXARIsAFITC_51myvH7a21kPkPQ3sYCF5Ufp4EaIWFHsGLCXvf1oZ9UwnYQho4sWMaAlhqEALw_wcB

And for the well-heeled, needing flexibility:

https://www.grainger.com/product/14N918?ef_id=Cj0KCQjwmIuDBhDXARIsAFITC_5OY0fCXlVrmKLTcssTWf0bmVo-wlbPkuKjG0tVISzS0zDU8qNRZSoaAoWvEALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!2966!3!281698275255!!!g!471571925921!&gucid=N:NSaid:GGL:CSM-2295:4P7A1P:20501231&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmIuDBhDXARIsAFITC_5OY0fCXlVrmKLTcssTWf0bmVo-wlbPkuKjG0tVISzS0zDU8qNRZSoaAoWvEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

We use a lot of the last for the mechanics. Good stuff!

Peter Wieck
Melrose Park, PA

 

[Rich]

Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

 

[Rich]

Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

 

[micky]

In sci.electronics.repair, on Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:43:04 -0400, Hem Jung
<hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot

Put a rug over it. Even magazines or those large padded shipping
envelopes will work in a pinch.

has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

 

[micky]

In sci.electronics.repair, on Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:43:04 -0400, Hem Jung
<hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot

Put a rug over it. Even magazines or those large padded shipping
envelopes will work in a pinch.

has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

 

[legg]

On Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:43:04 -0400, Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

I sometimes run temporary cabling above human traffic, but never
anything carrying line power - There are permanent wall/cieling
outlets in the lab.

For short periods, I\'ve run flexible power cable on the floor,
fixed into position at right angles to traffic by hazard tape.

For anything permanent, get the proper wiring done.

RL

 

[legg]

On Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:43:04 -0400, Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip? My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high. Maybe
I could make one? Thanks in advance.

I sometimes run temporary cabling above human traffic, but never
anything carrying line power - There are permanent wall/cieling
outlets in the lab.

For short periods, I\'ve run flexible power cable on the floor,
fixed into position at right angles to traffic by hazard tape.

For anything permanent, get the proper wiring done.

RL

 

[Rob]

Rich <rich@example.invalid> wrote:

Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:
Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

Strange that such a statement would be in the code. Nothing is permanent.

 

[Rob]

Rich <rich@example.invalid> wrote:

Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:
Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

Strange that such a statement would be in the code. Nothing is permanent.

 

[Peter W.]

On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 5:28:38 PM UTC-4, micky wrote:

Put a rug over it. Even magazines or those large padded shipping
envelopes will work in a pinch.

This has to be one of the most insane pieces of advice ever given - excepting those from Jimmy Neutron. This approaches the quality of advice around using aluminum cans to cover holes in an automotive firewall.

Peter Wieck
Melrose Park, PA

 

[Peter W.]

On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 5:28:38 PM UTC-4, micky wrote:

Put a rug over it. Even magazines or those large padded shipping
envelopes will work in a pinch.

This has to be one of the most insane pieces of advice ever given - excepting those from Jimmy Neutron. This approaches the quality of advice around using aluminum cans to cover holes in an automotive firewall.

Peter Wieck
Melrose Park, PA

 

[legg]

On 31 Mar 2021 08:37:23 GMT, Rob <nomail@example.com> wrote:

Rich <rich@example.invalid> wrote:
Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:
Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

Strange that such a statement would be in the code. Nothing is permanent.

Have you read your local/national electrical code?

How about the warning tag on your last purchased extension cord?

RL

 

[legg]

On 31 Mar 2021 08:37:23 GMT, Rob <nomail@example.com> wrote:

Rich <rich@example.invalid> wrote:
Hem Jung <hemjA@netco.net> wrote:
Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had
to use a standard extension cord. Since this goes across the floor,
I\'m wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?
My foot has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep
it the way it is. I see flat extension cords online, but price is
too high. Maybe I could make one? Thanks in advance.

You don\'t state your location, but do note that at least in the USA, it
is a violation of the electrical code to utilize an extension cord as a
substitute for permanent wiring. So, if you are in the USA, and if
this is a temporary thing, you\'ll be ok. But if are in the USA and you
might plan to make this permanent you will fail a future electrical
inspection should one occur.

Strange that such a statement would be in the code. Nothing is permanent.

Have you read your local/national electrical code?

How about the warning tag on your last purchased extension cord?

RL

 

[Bill Gill]

On 3/30/2021 9:43 AM, Hem Jung wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord.  Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?  My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is.  I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high.  Maybe
I could make one?  Thanks in advance.

For short term use when I was displaying my book scanner at the
Tulsa Maker Faire, a one day event, I plugged the extension
cord into the provided in-the-floor outlet and then taped it to
the floor. Gaffer tape is preferred, but duct tape or even
masking tape will do.

Bill

 

[Bill Gill]

On 3/30/2021 9:43 AM, Hem Jung wrote:

Just had to power something pretty far away from the outlet and had to
use a standard extension cord.  Since this goes across the floor, I\'m
wondering if there\'s anything I can do to make this anti-trip?  My foot
has caught it a couple of times, so not very good if I keep it the way
it is.  I see flat extension cords online, but price is too high.  Maybe
I could make one?  Thanks in advance.

For short term use when I was displaying my book scanner at the
Tulsa Maker Faire, a one day event, I plugged the extension
cord into the provided in-the-floor outlet and then taped it to
the floor. Gaffer tape is preferred, but duct tape or even
masking tape will do.

Bill