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Cord Management

Know all the procedures in cord management and get recommendations on suitable products for your household. It’s about safety, functionality, and aesthetics. Browse through the best assortments of cord protectors, cable mat floor covers, mountable cable cord management, and more.

Can You Plug an Air Conditioner Into an Extension Cord?

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
can you plug an air conditioner into an extension cord

Extension cords are temporary solutions to power appliances when outlets are too far away. They can be safe when used according to their rating but dangerous when not used right. …

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How to Tell if an Extension Cord is for Outdoor Use?

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how to tell if an extension cord is for outdoor use

Nowadays, it is essential to have an extension cord in any house. However, not all types of extension cords can handle external elements like rain, wind, or dirt. Some cables …

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How to Wire a Light Socket to an Extension Cord? – 3 Steps

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how to wire a light socket to an extension cord

Is there a part of your house with poor lighting that makes it hard to find what you are looking for? Or perhaps, your work table lacks a lamp? In …

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How to Roll Up an Extension Cord? – 3 Easy Ways

February 3, 2025 by Andrew Wright
how to roll up an extension cord

Is your extension cord tangled every time you take it out of storage? People will often get frustrated with this situation since untangling twisted electrical cords can be a tedious …

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The Best Heat Shrink Labels for Cables and Wires

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
best heat shrink labels

The importance of labeling your cords, wires, and cables – most especially for your electrical system or control panel – is the key to convenient and easy troubleshooting. And the …

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The Best Cord Straps

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
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It is always a problem for messy wires and cables, causing accidents and being bothersome for daily activities. This problem affects you and damages the wires, making it harder to …

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The Best Heat Shrink Label Makers to be a Labeling Expert

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
best heat shrink label maker

When you need to organize your wiring, it’s better to have a printed label than regular color-coded heat shrink tubes. But, to have this kind of label, you need the best …

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What Gauge Extension Cord for Air Conditioner? – Answered

February 3, 2025 by Edwin Jones
what gauge extension cord for air conditioner

Extension cords are available to quickly connect the AC unit when the outlet is too far. But choosing what gauge extension cord for air conditioner can be a bit of …

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What Does 16/3, 14/3, 12/3 Extension Cord Mean?

February 2, 2025 by Edwin Jones
what does 16/3, 14/3, 12/3 extension cord mean

While you’re browsing for extension cords online or come across one in your local hardware store, do the thought, “What does 16/3, 14/3, 12/3 extension cord mean?” float into your …

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How Many Watts Can a 14 Gauge Extension Cord Handle?

February 2, 2025 by Edwin Jones
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Many people wonder, “How many watts can a 14 gauge extension cord handle?” when sizing their cables. To get a cord’s wattage, we must follow the standard formula: W = …

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Can You Put a GFCI Outlet on an AFCI Circuit? – Complete Answer

Posted: January 4, 2025

Can you put a GFCI outlet on an AFCI circuit? Yes, there’s no problem with doing this if your specific setup has no other choice but to settle for it …

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What Size Breaker for Electric Tankless Water Heater?

Posted: February 4, 2025

Isn’t it quite troublesome and tiring when you’ve bought a breaker and an appliance, but they don’t match? Sometimes, it gets confusing and repetitive to search what size breaker for …

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What Is an Inverse Time Circuit Breaker? How Does It Work?

Posted: January 20, 2025

An inverse time circuit breaker is a device that protects your branch circuit’s motors. It acts as protection from electronic problems such as short circuits and overloads. However, it is …

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How to Store Extension Cords in Your Garage? (Best Ways)

Posted: January 28, 2025

More than we’d like to admit, extension cords can be a pain to handle if not stored properly. Once they tangle up, they can make you dirty and delay your …

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How to Hide Electrical Cords in the Middle of the Room: 3 Ways

Posted: January 21, 2025

The electrical cords we use for our appliances are some of the most common problems in a house. Aside from looking sloppy on carpet and floors, they can also take …

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The Best MIDI Cables

Posted: January 18, 2025

Whether you’re a budding musician or a recording studio owner, one of the most crucial things you’ll ever own is a MIDI cable. This nearly 40-year-old technology is still in …

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How to Reset HID Ballast? The Detailed Guide for Every Step

Posted: January 22, 2025

Do you often buy HID ballasts? Do you want to save money by extending your HID ballast’s life? Do you want to know when to repair and when to buy …

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How to Test HID Ballast? Super Easy Steps to Follow

Posted: January 13, 2025

Do you often buy a new ballast for your car? Do you have an old one that you want to know if it still works? Do you want to save …

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The Best HID Ballasts

Posted: January 13, 2025

When driving at night, I like to have bright headlights that can pierce through the darkness. I want to see the road ahead as far as possible, especially during inclement …

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The Best Soldering Stations for Any Soldering Works

Posted: January 16, 2025

Whether you’re a pro or just a casual hobbyist, investing in your work by having the best soldering station for electronics, DIY repairs, and the like makes a lot of …

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The Best Cordless Soldering Irons

Posted: January 4, 2025

It is mildly infuriating whenever we travel and don’t have the outlet or power source to plug in our good old electric soldering iron. That said, the answer to this …

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The Best Solders for Electronics and Other Small Projects

Posted: January 23, 2025

Nowadays, you can find many electronic solders online. You can even find models with an added solid rosin core flux with 2 percent flux content or more. This feature means …

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How to Connect PVC Conduit to an Electrical Box? – 7 Steps

Posted: January 15, 2025

Did you install electrical boxes for a new set of circuit series? It’s a must to keep wirings around the house safe with a PVC electrical conduit connecting to an …

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How Do Electrical Panels Work? – A Detailed Explanation

Posted: January 18, 2025

Electrical panels are integral components of every building. They protect our homes against dangers like fire and electrocution. However, how do electrical panels work? To give you a brief idea, …

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What Size Conduit for 200 Amp Service? (Chart Included)

Posted: January 27, 2025

Conduits protect the cables that deliver electricity in our homes. They may be rigid or flexible items that reduce damage to the cables and prevent problems, especially for a 200 …

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