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A Day in the Life of an Interpower Molder
Posted on 12/20/23, 2:13 PM
At 7 a.m., Jess, an Interpower Level 2 molder, prepares the ENGEL injection molding machine to mold Continental European (CEE) Cord sets. The CEE plugs will be molded onto 1 mm² international cable, and Jess checks to make sure the 100-lb. CEE mold and proper steel inserts are in place. An additional team member verifies that the correct mold inserts are in place.
Topics: power cord, power cord made to order, international power components, product development, manufacturing, product information, molding
Not All Cord-locking Mechanisms Are Created Equal
Posted on 6/13/22, 4:15 PM
Easy-to-disconnect connector locks and other cord-locking mechanisms are convenient tools for anchoring cords to inlets to prevent abrupt disconnects, but not all manufactured versions are created equal. Avoid easy-to-disconnect locking mechanisms which gouge or shave away the ground blade of the inlet during abrupt disconnects or improper usage and removal.
Topics: electrical safety, power cord, connector locks, connectors
Crimping Your Conductors Without Cramping Your Quality
Posted on 12/14/21, 9:48 AM
Topics: product design, designing for export, power cord, conductor crimping, crimps
Choosing a Power Cord or Cord Set
Posted on 9/23/19, 10:40 AM
Selecting the appropriate power cord or cord set starts with knowing who the end user will be. Due to a variety of standards and different plug patterns used throughout the world, it is essential to know what is needed per that country’s requirements.
Topics: cord set, product design, power cord
Safety Sense with Cords
Posted on 3/25/19, 7:56 AM
Safety needs to be a priority when using a power cord or cord set. Cords that are broken or damaged in some way can become a fire hazard or cause an electrical shock.
Topics: electrical safety, cord set, power cord, OSHA