Outdoor Extension Lead 10M Waterproof IP66 Garden 2 Way Socket Long Extension Cord Weatherproof Double Switched Outside Use

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If you only need an outdoor power supply for very occasional, light jobs then you may be tempted to buy a cheap model. This will probably do the job for you but a better approach is to pay a little bit more for a tougher extension lead with a range of useful safety features. A time lag switch can be supplied fitted at your specified point along the cable of any garden heater extension lead to save electricity and prolong the life of infrared elements. The RCDs are active units, which means that the reset button must be pressed each time the power is disconnected.

IP stands for ingress protection and is a way of measuring how protected an electrical item is from solids (the first number) and liquids (the second number), so it's important to understand what to look for when you're after a waterproof extension lead.

Given that rain isn’t exactly a rare phenomenon in the country, choosing the best waterproof outdoor extension lead that can handle downpours without any fuss is going to let you use electricity where you need it outdoors no matter what the sky throws down at us. The Top 10 External Waterproof Extension Leads 1. Masterplug HLP2013/2IP 20m Outdoor IP Rated Cable Reel Always ensure that leads are fully uncoiled before use, as coiled leads can become warm when used at high currents. This lead is designed to connect appliances with a standard 13A UK plug. It is not compatible with plug RCDs (an RCD plug is much larger than a standard 13A plug, and will have test/reset buttons) or 16A European plugs.

A: A wet extension cord should be dried out fully before use. If the extension cord has become damp from saltwater, then you should rinse well with fresh water and use compressed air to dry it out completely. The RCD are active units, which means that the reset button must be pressed each time the power is disconnected. There are a number of features to look for when choosing the right waterproof external extension for your needs.It is the responsibility of the EV user to consider the manufacturers guidance, the safety of the supply and any other risks, before deciding whether to use an extension lead with an EV charger. A: You should never leave an extension lead outside, even if it is an outdoor extension lead. This is very dangerous and could cause fatal accidents. Pressure washers and vacuum cleaners are a perfect way of cleaning your car, but unless you're prepared to risk a cordless, battery-operated example for your cleaning duties you'll be bound to the operating radius offered by the manufacturer. There's little point risking it with a normal extension lead (especially in the case of the pressure washer), because of how temperamental British weather can be. What you need for your pressure washer and vacuum cleaner is a proper, IP certified waterproof extension lead. What is IP?