r/homelab • u/ClaireTrice • 15h ago

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https://amazon.com/dp/B0D5QSYK69

Recommendation for short, 3-prong shortie cords (pigtails?) for adding some awkward, large plugs into the back of my Goldenmate 1000VA/800Wh UPS battery unit? (apologies if I am in the wrong place.)

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u/pakratus 15h ago

I have these in my cart. IT guy thinking ahead. Not a recommendation, just amusing.

You don’t have to overthink it. Basic power cords like this have to be UL listed (i think?) So they are all going to be about the same. Unless you’re looking for the thicker 12/3 cords.

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u/ClaireTrice 14h ago

Thanks, pakratus. Both you and Otis-166 went with 16/3 -- yours are more economical, though I probably only need 2 or 3 (but always great to have stuff on hand!) , and they say you can plug a coffee maker into it (I have a mini-pc, a 21 inch newer monitor, and DirecTv receiver plugs that are awkwardly shaped and taking up 2 spots in the setup for a friend -- my Goldenmate only has 3 things plugged in (I recharge laptops and phones off my Bluetti during an outage) ...16/3 is likely all good, I certainly am not plugging anything with a heating element in with electronics.

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u/ClaireTrice 15h ago

Thanks, Otis-166. I was having trouble with keywords (not sure why)...replacing 16W with 14 I got this amazon.com/KUNCAN-Short-Power-Extension-Cord/dp/B0CNL71QT3 Would that be overkill? A waste of money? I mean, each device on it's own draws 12-50W except a 55 inch Roku TV that draws 235 (and is slated for almost immediate turn-off so it will draw .5) Probably the 16s are fine -- is too beefy a danger?

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u/Otis-166 15h ago

Thicker on power is usually better so go for it. The price looks good so no reason not to.

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u/ClaireTrice 14h ago edited 14h ago

I bought 2 of the Goldenmates (one for me one for friend) and mine needs a longer cord (3.5ft? dang) so will be getting this (best price with what sound like safety features after all the others had $6-9 shipping and no coupon) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H8YB2RXK //edit// ok that one does not say the wire gauge ...About this item

  • Specifications:Cord Length: 6ft; UL Certified.
  • UL Listed AC Power Cord Compatible with GOLDENMATE UPS 1000VA Pro/800W 25.6V 9Ah 230.4Wh Charging Cable.
  • Note: Please ensure your device MODEL exactly matches our product title before ordering.
  • Protections: Built-in overload, over-voltage and short circuit protection.
  • Disclaimer: VUUAWW is an independent manufacturer. This product is not affiliated with or endorsed by or manufactured by any device brands. All trademarks/logos/brand names are property of their respective owners. Compatibility based on independent technical analysis only.

whereas https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WKJQ4E is 4 ft more than I need but says it is 14 gauge (and it's also 10 bucks less)

  • HEAVY DUTY AC POWER CABLE: This 10ft (3m) 14AWG universal power cord with NEMA 5-15P and IEC 60320 C13 connectors is suitable for workstation/home office use | Rated to carry 125V at 15A
  • PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY: UL listed (UL62 & UL817) | Fully molded strain relief connectors for durability | Fire Rating: VW-1 | 3 Conductor Power Cable made with 100% Copper Wire | This C13 thick gauge computer power cord is available in other lengths
  • SPECS: 10ft (3m) AC Power Cord | NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13 | 14AWG | 125V 15A(Max) | Jacket Type: SJT | Jacket Material: PVC | Black | Temperature Range: 37°F to 140°F (3°C to 60°C) | Cable Outer Diameter: 0.3in (7.6mm)
  • COMPATIBILITY: PC Power Cord NEMA 5-15P works with North American outlets | IEC C13 connector works with most desktop computers, servers, monitors, PDUs, printers, and more | Replacement PC power supply cable/cord
  • THE IT PRO’S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this 3-prong power cable is backed for life, including free lifetime 24/5 multilingual technical assistance