I really hate the stiff plastic power cords that are used on some tools, particularly the cheap ones. In the past, I've taken the tool apart (after warranty expiration) and replaced it with a proper rubber cord. When I was working, I had access to quality rubber computer power cords from discarded machines. I am wondering if anyone has a solution for softening the vinyl cords? I have a cheap ($35) Wagner heat gun hanging from the ceiling and have been wiping the cord down with glove oil (2 applications so far). I tried Armour Oil with no improvement. If push comes to shove, I'll tear the gun apart and put a proper cord on it.
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Jim Frye
The Nut in the Cellar.
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I share your disdain for hard or stiff power cords. Generally, High priced high quality tools have those rubber covered cords that make using the tools and putting them away soooo much easier. I too have changed some cords out with higher quality and often 2 to 4 ft longer cords. My three Fein tools and two Festool tools have great cords. Even a couple of corded tools of mediocre quality that I bought in Japan have those rubbery power cords.
I have two 10ft rubber cords that I intended to use on a circular saw and one other tool, but I gave those tools away to son-in laws before I could replace the cords. I found the cords a few weeks ago and hung them on the wall so that I can use them the next time I pull out a tool that could use them.
The ONLY solution in using them is to use them in the hot sun.
BTW, Just before leaving Japan, I bought two "rubber" 8 meter 14 gauge extension cords. Love using them!Hank Lee
Experience is what you get when you don't get what you wanted!
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When I worked for IBM, we used to attend local business shows and set up all of the systems we marketed in a walk in display that was usually 200-300 sq.ft. Needless to say, we used a lot of extension cords to power the various pieces of equipment. When that practice ended, I "obtained" quite a number of rubber 12 ga. cords of various lengths with heavy duty closed face plugs and receptacles. I also "acquired" a couple that have quad receptacle boxes on one end.
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