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DIY power cable questions

Hey there,

I’ve been looking into making my own power cables for a few components and it’s easy to find connectors for the IEC C13 and C15 receptacle configurations but I’ve not had much luck finding anything for C17 connectors that just have hot and neutral wires but no ground. Same for the NEMA 1-15P connectors. Way harder to find anything compared to the NEMA 5-15P versions. Anyone have any advice or info to share on this matter? I appreciate the help for sure.
indyvw

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williewonka
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@indyvw - I have No experience with the - NEMA 5-15P

Here’s a C17 that I am using and find very good
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Viborg-Figure-8-IEC-C7-Gold-Plated-Mains-Power-Plug-Female-Copper-Connector/...

If you are simply adding plugs to a piece of bulk cable then buy DH Labs bulk wire and get the Sonarquest silver plated copper connectors

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/SONAR-QUEST-CRYO-Ag-Audio-Grade-Silver-plated-IEC-plug-US-main-plug-sonarque...

If you want a power cable that blows the doors of most commercial products take a look at this link

http://www.image99.net/blog/files/category-002a002athe-helix-image-power-cable.html

If you have any questions regarding these power cables - ask away.

I’ve spent over 5 years developing power cables that actually work very well.

Regards - Steve

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