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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.

    Abrasion-Resistant Extension Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Extension Cords. Abrasion-Resistant Extension Cords.
    Our most durable extension cords. 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 from rough surfaces.
    Power Indicator—A light indicates that power is flowing through the cord.
    Ground-Presence Indicator—A light indicates that the cord is properly grounded.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    AWG
    Current,
    amp
    Cable
    Designation
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Light Indicator Type
    Certification
    Each
    NEMA 6-50 90° Elbow Plug × Socket—250V AC
     
    Black
    258
    		40STW
    		YesPower and Ground PresenceC-ETL Listed, ETL Listed
    		5653N110000000
    508
    		40STW
    		YesPower and Ground PresenceC-ETL Listed, ETL Listed
    		5653N12000000
     
    NEMA 14-50 90° Elbow Plug × 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC/250V AC
     
    Black
    156
    		50STW
    		YesPowerC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		7522K151000000
    306
    		50STW
    		YesPowerC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		7522K152000000
    506
    		50STW
    		YesPowerC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		7522K153000000
     

    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.
    Power Indicator—A light indicates that power is flowing through the cord.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    AWG
    Current,
    amp
    Cable
    Designation
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Light Indicator
    Type
    Number of
    Outlets
    Each
    NEMA 14-30 90° Elbow Plug × NEMA 14-50 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC/250V AC
     
    Yellow
    1 1/210
    		30STW
    		Yes—15512N13000000
     
    NEMA 14-50 Plug × NEMA 5-20 Socket—125V AC/250V AC
     
    Yellow
    310
    		50STOW
    		YesPower27197K8300000
     
    NEMA 14-50 90° Elbow Plug × NEMA 6-50 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC/250V AC
     
    Yellow
    1 1/26
    		50STW
    		Yes—15512N1200000
     
    NEMA 14-50 90° Elbow Plug × NEMA TT-30 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC
     
    Orange
    110
    		30SJTW
    		YesPower15512N1600000
     
    NEMA L14-30 Plug × NEMA 6-50 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC/250V AC
     
    Yellow
    1 1/210
    		30STW
    		Yes—17197K6500000
     
    NEMA TT-30 90° Elbow Plug × NEMA 14-50 90° Elbow Socket—125V AC
     
    Black
    110
    		30SJTW
    		YesPower15512N1700000
     

    Straight-Blade Connectors

    Your go‑to connector for industrial workplaces, job sites, and maintenance shops.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Straight-Blade 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.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Certification
    Color
    Each
     
    Industrial
    6-50
    		25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Gray7120K81000000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticUL Listed
    		Yellow7120K5500000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Gray7120K5700000
     
    Premium
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T18000000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T17000000
     
    90° Elbow Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Straight-Blade Connectors, 90° Elbow 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.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Certification
    Color
    Each
     
    Industrial
    6-50
    		25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Gray7120K820000000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticUL Listed
    		Black7120K4100000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black8035K5700000
     
    Premium
    6-50
    		25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T56000000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T58000000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T57000000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Straight-Blade 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.
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Certification
    Color
    Each
     
    Industrial
    6-50
    		25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Gray7120K830000000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black7120K64000000
     
    Premium
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T28000000
     
    Outlet-Box-Mount Female Receptacles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Connectors. Straight-Blade 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.
    Receptacles
    NEMA
    Type
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Housing
    Material
    Certification
    Color
    Each
    Single
     
    Industrial
    6-50
    		25050PlasticC-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black7120K89000000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticUL Listed
    		Black7120K70000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticC-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		Black7120K1300000
     
    Premium
    6-50
    		25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T4600000
    10-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T4800000
    14-50
    		125/25050PlasticCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Black9096T47000000
     

    Light Duty Power Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Cords. Light Duty Power Cords.
    More flexible than standard power cords and easier to route to indoor equipment such as power tools and appliances. These cords are good for low-traffic areas where they’ll be tucked out of the way since they aren't as rugged as standard cords.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    AWG
    Cable
    Designation
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    90° Elbow NEMA 10-50 Plug × Ring Terminal
    4125/250508, 6
    		SRDT
    		PVC
    		GrayUL Listed
    		70355K114000000
    6125/250508, 6
    		SRDT
    		PVC
    		GrayUL Listed
    		70355K3700000
     
    90° Elbow NEMA 14-50 Plug × Spade Terminal
    4125/250508, 6
    		SRDT
    		PVC
    		BlackUL Listed
    		70355K70600000
    6125/250508, 6
    		SRDT
    		PVC
    		BlackUL Listed
    		70355K9400000
     

    Power Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Cords. Power Cords.
    Your go-to for direct wiring applications. Install these power cords in everything from computers and lab equipment to power tools and appliances. 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
    90° Elbow NEMA 14-50 Plug × Wire Leads
    4125/250508, 6
    		STW
    		PVC
    		BlackUL Listed
    		70355K703000000
    30125/250508, 6
    		STW
    		PVC
    		BlackUL Listed
    		70355K704000000
    36125/250508, 6
    		STW
    		PVC
    		BlackUL Listed
    		70355K705000000
     

    Ready-to-Use Welding Cords with Male Connector and Female Connector

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cords. Female, Connector Orifice, Male.
    The quick-action connectors on these cords give your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.
    Cable
    AWG
    AWG
    Welding Process
    No. of
    Wires
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    1/0/1
    		1/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A32000000000000000000000
    2/0/1
    		2/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A34000000000000000000

    Flame-Resistant Welding Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable. Flame-Resistant Welding Cable.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Welding Cable. Flame-Resistant Welding Cable, Flexible, Stranded Wire Class M.

    This cable meets Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards for flame resistance. The insulation resists abrasion and chemicals.
    Stranded Wire Class M—Class M cable is more flexible and durable than Class K cable.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Per Ft.
    AWG
    Stranded
    Wire Class
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Material
    Color
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Flammability
    Rating
    Certification
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-249
    250-Up
    600V AC/600V DC
     
    Flexible
    6
    		M660/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A180000000000
    4
    		M1,045/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A1100000000
    2
    		M1,634/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A12000000000
    1/0
    		M2,597/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A140000000000
    2/0
    		M3,300/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A150000000000
    3/0
    		M4,214/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A160000000000
    4/0
    		M5,225/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A170000000000
     

    Welding Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Welding Cable. Bend and Stay, Stranded Wire Class K.

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Welding Cable. Flexible, Stranded Wire Class M.

    This cable withstands abrasion, oil, and the rough conditions found in welding applications.
    Stranded Wire Class K—Class K cable is for general purpose welding applications. It bends and stays in the position that you bend it.
    Stranded Wire Class M—Class M cable is more flexible and durable than Class K cable.
    AWG
    Stranded
    Wire Class
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Flammability
    Rating
    Choose an Outer
    Jacket Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    600V AC
     
    Bend and Stay
    8
    		K182/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A8600000
    6
    		K260/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A910000
    4
    		K364/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A920000
    2
    		K624/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A930000
    1
    		K767/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A940000
    1/0
    		K975/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A950000
    2/0
    		K1,196/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A9600000
    3/0
    		K1,547/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A9700000
    4/0
    		K1,950/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A9800000
     
    600V AC/600V DC
     
    Flexible
    2
    		M1,482/34—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Orange10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A770000
    1
    		M1,843/34—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Orange10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A780000
    1/0
    		M2,337/34—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Orange10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A790000
    2/0
    		M2,886/34—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Orange10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A8100000
     
    Ultra Flexible
    6
    		—259/30
    		105 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K910000
    4
    		—385/30
    		140 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K920000
    2
    		—651/30
    		190 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K930000
    1
    		—798/30
    		220 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K940000
    1/0
    		—1,026/30
    		260 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K950000
    2/0
    		—1,254/30
    		300 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K960000
    3/0
    		—1,615/30
    		350 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red10, 25, 50, 1006948K970000
    4/0
    		—2,052/30
    		405 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red5, 10, 25, 50, 1006948K9800000
     

    Ready-to-Use Welding Cords with Male Connector and Grounding Clamp

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cords. Grounding Clamp Connection, Connector Orifice, Male.
    The male quick-action connector on these cords gives your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.
    Stranded Wire Class K—Stranded Wire Class K cords are good for general welding applications.
    Stranded Wire Class M—Stranded Wire Class M cords are often used in pipe welding because they’re more flexible and durable than Stranded Wire Class K cords.
    Cable
    AWG
    AWG
    Welding Process
    No. of
    Wires
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    Stranded Wire Class K
     
    Black Outer Jacket
    1/0/1
    		1/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A31000000000000000000000
    2/0/1
    		2/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A33000000000000000000
     
    Red Outer Jacket
    1/0/1
    		1/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A844000000000000000000
    2/0/1
    		2/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1EPDM
    		7940A846000000000000000000
     
    Stranded Wire Class M
     
    Orange/Black Outer Jacket
    1/0/1
    		1/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1TPE
    		7940A845000000000000000000
    2/0/1
    		2/0
    		MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud
    		1TPE
    		7940A847000000000000000000
     

    Welding Cable Connectors

    Deliver power to welding cable. Plugs lock into sockets with a cam action that pulls the two pieces together tightly. The housing resists oil.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable Connectors. Welding Cable Connectors, Plugs.
    Current,
    amp
    Wire
    Connection
    For Wire Ga.
    For Cable OD
    Housing Connection
    Method
    OD
    Lg.
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    250Screw Terminal4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0
    		0.2" to 0.5"Push In1.3"5.9"Black-50 to 3507841A14000000
    350Screw Terminal1/0, 2/0
    		0.32" to 0.56"Push In1.4"5.9"Black-50 to 3507841A1600000
    500Screw Terminal3/0, 4/0
    		0.41" to 0.63"Push In1.4"5.9"Black-50 to 3507841A2200000
    Lug Adapters
    Use lug adapters to connect welding plugs to the stud of a power supply.
    Max. Current,
    amp
    Sleeve
    Material
    Color
    OD
    For Screw
    Size
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Straight
    250BronzeBlack1.1"1/2"
    		4757854A1000000
    500BronzeBlack1.2"1/2"
    		4757854A300000
     
    45° Elbow
    250BronzeBlack1.1"1/2"
    		4757854A200000
    500BronzeBlack1.2"1/2"
    		4757854A400000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable Connectors. Welding Cable Connectors, Sockets.
    Current,
    amp
    Wire
    Connection
    For Wire Ga.
    For Cable OD
    Housing Connection
    Method
    OD
    Lg.
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    250Screw Terminal4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0
    		0.2" to 0.5"Push In1.3"4.9"Black-50 to 3507841A15000000
    350Screw Terminal1/0, 2/0
    		0.32" to 0.56"Push In1.4"4.9"Black-50 to 3507841A2100000
    500Screw Terminal3/0, 4/0
    		0.41" to 0.63"Push In1.4"4.9"Black-50 to 3507841A2300000

    Ready-to-Use Welding Cords with Male Connector and Electrode Holder

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cords. Male, Connector Orifice, Electrode Holder Connection.
    The male quick-action connector on these cords gives your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.
    Cable
    AWG
    AWG
    Welding
    Process
    No. of
    Wires
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    1/0/1
    		1/0
    		Stick
    		1EPDM
    		7940A35000000000000000000000
    2/0/1
    		2/0
    		Stick
    		1EPDM
    		7940A36000000000000000000

    Welding Cable Connector Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable Connectors. Welding Cable Connector Sets.
    Each set includes one plug and one socket. Plugs lock into sockets with a cam action that pulls the two pieces together tightly. The housing resists oil.
    Mated
    Housing
    Current,
    amp
    Wire
    Connection
    For Wire Ga.
    For Cable OD
    Housing Connection
    Method
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    250Screw Terminal4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0
    		0.2" to 0.5"Push In1.3"9.7"Black-50 to 3507841A11000000
    350Screw Terminal1/0, 2/0
    		0.32" to 0.56"Push In1.4"9.8"Black-50 to 3507841A1200000
    500Screw Terminal3/0, 4/0
    		0.41" to 0.63"Push In1.4"9.8"Black-50 to 3507841A1300000
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