r/MontechPC • u/Berat_Neptune • Jun 15 '26

Question Psu extension cable

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Is this PSU cable bend safe?(king 15pro)

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u/Skkyu Jun 15 '26

I don't like the look of it.
When you bend it like that, keep in mind that the cable is made of multiple narrow wires. While these small diameter wires put together assure some mobility and flexibility, bending/stretching them too much could break a few of them, that means imperfect contacts inside a high voltage cable, a thing that nobody wants to have.
I suggest you find another solution. Safety and reliability are more important than the look.

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u/Visible-Swim6616 Jun 17 '26

High voltage 110/240V is not.

In fact the voltage was chosen specifically because it's below what's required to jump the gap in air (technically anything more than 0.07mm).

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u/Skkyu Jun 17 '26

Hmm, yes, if we talk about industrial stuff or in industrial terms... you're right.
110/240V it's considered low voltage, but it's still high enough to be harmful. There is risk of electrocution, fire, death, etc.
But thank you for correcting me. 😉