Cord Cap Configurations

Plug a male cord mounted wiring device with the conducting pins protruding and exposed.

Cord cap configurations.

When i look at the table saw owners manual it suggests i add a nema 6 15 plug to the end of the power cord. Use this nema plug chart to identify a configuration by pin array or designation. This type device should never be wired to make the exposed pins live while unplugged. For example high current equipment can cause a fire when plugged into an extension cord with a current rating lower than necessary.

Decoding nema plugs and receptacles nema x5 15p p indicates plug or receptacle p is plug r is receptacle or socket 15 indicates the current rating and standard values are 15 amps 20 amps 30 amps 5. Using a plug or power cord that is inappropriate for the load may be a safety hazard. Different combinations of contact blade widths shapes orientation and. The nema plug chart provides technical drawings and specifications for nema straight blade plugs connectors receptacles inlets outlets and cords.

Sometimes the cords used to plug in dual voltage 120 v 240 v equipment are rated only for 125 v so care must be taken by. I wanted to get your thoughts. Or should i add a 6 20 outlet in the shed and a 6 20 plug to the table saw s power cord. 15 a usb receptacles spec 369976b electrical plugs nema section g hubbell wiring device ponents hubble 3 phase 4 wire diagram wiring nema locking configuration chartnema plug and receptacle configurationsinsulgrip wiring devices 15 to 200electrical plugs nemanema l21 30r wiring diagram base site virusvenndiagram attentialluomo itconfiguration chartnema receptacle chart top car release.

Additional configurations are defined in the ansi nema wd 6 standard which cover higher voltages 3 phase applications and specific purposes such as travel trailers. Do should i add a 6 15 outlet in shed and 6 15 plug to the table saw s power cord.