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    About Extension Cords
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    Find the right wire gauge based on your application, power draw, and cord length.

    Extension Cord Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Cords. Extension Cord Adapters, 1 Outlet.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Cords. Extension Cord Adapters, 2 Outlets.

    1 Outlet

    2 Outlets

    Bridge the gap between your outlet and your equipment when connections don't match.
    Lg.
    AWG
    Current,
    amp
    Cable
    Designation
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Number of
    Outlets
    Each
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × NEMA L6-30 Socket—250V AC
     
    Black
    10 1/2"10
    20SJTOW
    Yes17197K72000000
     
    NEMA L6-30 Plug × NEMA L6-20 Socket—250V AC
     
    Yellow
    3 ft.10
    30STW
    Yes27197K8200000
     

    Abrasion-Resistant Turn-Lock Extension Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Cords. Abrasion-Resistant Turn-Lock Extension Cords.
    Power devices in rough areas with heavy vibration. These extension cords have quarter-turn locking connectors that won't shake loose. Built to NEC Article 400 standards for extra-hard service, these cords resist wear that could expose conductors and compromise safety. Their thick jacket protects against scrapes on rough surfaces.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    AWG
    Current,
    amp
    Cable
    Designation
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Certification
    Each
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × Socket—250V AC
     
    Black
    5012
    20SOW
    Yes5839K830000000
     
    Yellow
    2514
    18SOOW
    YesUL Listed
    5839K21000000
     

    IEC Power Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Cords. IEC Power Cords.
    The standard for electronic equipment, these cords power anything with an IEC connection, from computers to lab equipment. Made to NEC Article 400 requirements, they reliably deliver power and withstand everyday wear and tear.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    AWG
    Cable
    Designation
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × IEC C13 Socket—Unshielded
    62501514
    SJT
    PVC
    BlackC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    2476N11000000
     
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × IEC C19 Socket—Unshielded
    82502012
    SJT
    PVC
    BlackC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    2476N400000
     

    Turn-Lock Extension Cord Splitters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Cords. Turn-Lock Extension Cord Splitters, 2 Outlets.

    2 Outlets

    Branch power from a single turn-lock extension cord to widely spaced equipment and workstations. A quarter turn locks these cords in place to prevent accidental disconnects under high vibration, such as on assembly lines and heavy machinery.
    2 Outlets
    Lg.,
    ft.
    AWG
    Current,
    amp
    Cable
    Designation
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Certification
    Each
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × Socket—250V AC
     
    Black
    310
    20SJT
    NoC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    7197K1070000000
     

    Turn-Lock Power Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Cords. Turn-Lock Power Cords.
    The curved blades lock into place with a quarter turn. These cords won’t disconnect when bumped or pulled, so they’re often used in high-vibration applications, such as on assembly lines or with heavy machinery.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    AWG
    Cable
    Designation
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    NEMA L6-20 Plug × Wire Leads
    82502012
    SJT
    PVC
    BlackC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    70355K104000000
     

    Turn-Lock Connectors

    The curved blades lock into place with a quarter turn. These connectors won’t detach when bumped or pulled, so they’re often used in high-vibration applications, such as on assembly lines or with heavy machinery.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, Plugs.
    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    Premium—Built to handle tough, repetitive applications, these connectors are more durable than industrial ones.
    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    Power and Ground Presence Indicator—Check the status of your ground connection. A green light signals that connectors have power and are safely grounded. A red light indicates power only. The lights are visible from any angle for quick identification.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Light Type
    Color
    Certification
    Each
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7162K5000000
    L6-20
    25020PlasticPower and Ground Presence IndicatorBlackC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    4978T1600000
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7720K2400000
     
    Premium
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    9081T1500000
     
    90° Elbow Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, 90° Elbow Plugs.
    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackUL Listed
    2351K7000000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, Sockets.
    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    Premium—Built to handle tough, repetitive applications, these connectors are more durable than industrial ones.
    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    Power and Ground Presence Indicator—Check the status of your ground connection. A green light signals that connectors have power and are safely grounded. A red light indicates power only. The lights are visible from any angle for quick identification.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Light Type
    Color
    Certification
    Each
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7162K51000000
    L6-20
    25020PlasticPower and Ground Presence IndicatorBlackC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    4978T1500000
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7720K2500000
     
    Premium
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    9081T3500000
     
    Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles, Single.

    Single

    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    Premium—Built to handle tough, repetitive applications, these connectors are more durable than industrial ones.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    Single
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7162K52000000
     
    Premium
    L6-20
    25020PlasticBlackCSA Certified, UL Listed
    9081T5500000
     
    Panel-Mount Female Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, Panel-Mount Female Receptacles, Single.

    Single

    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    Premium—Built to handle tough, repetitive applications, these connectors are more durable than industrial ones.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    Single
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticGrayCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7162K37000000
     
    Premium
    L6-20
    25020PlasticWhiteCSA Certified, UL Listed
    9081T21700000
     
    Panel-Mount Male Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Turn-Lock Connectors, Panel-Mount Male Receptacles, Single.

    Single

    Industrial—Reliable performance and long life in manufacturing and processing environments.
    Premium—Built to handle tough, repetitive applications, these connectors are more durable than industrial ones.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    Single
     
    Industrial
    L6-20
    25020PlasticGrayCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7162K12000000
     
    Premium
    L6-20
    25020PlasticWhiteCSA Certified, UL Listed
    9081T8400000
     

    Corrosion-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors

    Resist corrosion in high-vibration environments. Stainless steel hardware and nickel-plated blades or slots protect connectors from corroding. A quarter turn locks them in place to prevent accidental disconnection due to vibration.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Corrosion-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors, Plugs.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    L6-20
    25020PlasticYellowCSA Certified, UL Listed
    4966T62000000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Corrosion-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors, Sockets.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    L6-20
    25020PlasticYellowCSA Certified, UL Listed
    4966T35000000
     
    Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Corrosion-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors, Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles, Single.

    Single

    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    Single
    L6-20
    25020PlasticYellowCSA Certified, UL Listed
    4966T55000000
     

    Isolated-Ground Turn-Lock Connectors

    Protect computers and other sensitive equipment from electromagnetic interference (EMI). These connectors have a ground terminal that is insulated from the mounting strap so you can run an isolated ground wire through the conduit. Connect a plug to these receptacles with a quarter turn to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.
    Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Isolated-Ground Turn-Lock Connectors, Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles, Single.

    Single

    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    Single
    L6-20
    25020PlasticOrangeCSA Certified, UL Listed
    7174K16000000
     

    Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors

    When mated, connectors are protected against corrosion and washdowns. All have a multiple-ring seal and rubber housing to keep out liquid. They resist heat, oil, and chemicals. A quarter turn locks them in place to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.
    Plugs mate with female receptacles and sockets with an attached cover. Male receptacles mate with sockets without an attached cover.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors, Plugs.
    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    Plugs
    Caps
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Each
    L6-20
    25020RubberBlackIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K64900000069435K361000000
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K510000069435K35100000
     
    Sockets with Attached Cover
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors, Sockets with Attached Cover.
    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    Sockets
    Caps
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Each
    L6-20
    25020RubberBlackIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K65100000069435K381000000
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K520000069435K37100000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors, Sockets.
    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K242000000
     
    Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles with Attached Cover
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors, Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles with Attached Cover, Single.

    Single

    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Single
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K53000000
     
    Outlet Boxes with Conduit Connection
    Outlet-Box-Mount Male Receptacles with Attached Cover
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors, Outlet-Box-Mount Male Receptacles with Attached Cover, Single.

    Single

    Rubber Housing—Protect connectors from damage caused by drops and impact.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Single
    L6-20
    25020RubberYellowIP67, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    69435K261000000
     
    Outlet Boxes with Conduit Connection
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