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Understanding NEMA Power Cords: A Guide to NEMA L6-20 and NEMA 6-20 Extension Cords

Power cords are an essential part of every electrical system. A power cord is an electrical cable that temporarily helps send electricity from a power source to an electric appliance. Such a cord can be attached either directly to a socket or through an extension cord. Usually, all power cords come with extensions that make it easy to connect or disconnect.

NEMA power cords are a ubiquitous part of North American electrical systems, used in a wide range of applications, from…

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Added by SFCable on March 28, 2023 at 6:30am — No Comments

Understanding USB A and Micro-USB Connectors

USB stands for "Universal Serial Bus." It was created to make the connections between computers and outlying devices simpler. Since its development in the 1990s, it has become a household/office item because of its low cost of implementation, ease of use, and, most importantly, its compatibility with various platforms and operating systems. Very few computers nowadays are built without a USB port. It is the chosen interface for almost all office and home…

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Added by SFCable on March 24, 2023 at 2:18am — No Comments

All Types of Ethernet Cables: Explained!

Everyone loves a good, neat workspace: no cables in sight, a singular computer with a pretty little keyboard, and a piece of barely noticeable output equipment for sound. Or a laptop. People appreciate and rely on wireless connections. It's difficult to buy any technology that is not enabled for wireless connectivity. But there was a time, many moons ago, when wired connections were the new kids on the block. If you wanted to connect to the internet, you had to plug it in via a cable,…

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Added by SFCable on March 23, 2023 at 4:05am — No Comments

Power Up Your Devices: Top Selling Power Cords for All Your Need

Power cords are an essential component in any electrical system, providing the necessary connection between power sources and devices. They are used in a wide range of applications, including residential, commercial, and industrial settings, and are designed to meet various voltage, current, and environmental requirements.

Top selling power cables are those that have…

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Added by SFCable on March 10, 2023 at 2:11am — No Comments

Know Your Cables: Audio Video 101

Having a good AV system is important, whether it be in your home, office, or otherwise. You could be an aspiring filmmaker or a worker bee presenting your idea at the next big company meeting or a keynote speaker at a conference for a cause; all of these areas (and more) require an excellent audio/visual system. Our responsibility while setting the system up is to find the correct cables/connectors.…

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Added by SFCable on February 15, 2023 at 1:39am — No Comments

VGA Vs. DVI: The Video Cable Debacle

A computer system is not just the traditional setup of monitor, keyboard, sound system, and mouse anymore. We connect that one monitor to a projector, an additional monitor, or another type of visual output device. Bluetooth has made it easy to connect all these wirelessly. Should we need wired connections, which may prove to be more secure in that they maintain the connection without disruptions, there are specific types of cables whose main purpose is to…

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Added by SFCable on January 16, 2023 at 5:21am — No Comments

Musical Cables: A Brief Guide

The sound of life is the sound of music. People love to have some background music playing at either key moments of their lives (for dramatic effect) or just when they do day-to-day chores. We love a little playlist when working out, during road trips, and, most importantly, going to concerts. What the layperson experiences at a concert is a whole different conversation, and what goes on behind the scenes is a whole different story. It involves not only the…

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Added by SFCable on January 16, 2023 at 4:16am — No Comments

Riser Cable: Understanding and Installation

Computer technology, since its invention in the early 20th century, has been steadily moving forward. It evolves, adapts, and, should the need be, shrinks. Before, a computer unit used to need a lot of space, a room’s worth of space. Over the years, we’ve done away with that while still maintaining the functions it does smoothly. Nowadays, we do not require four to six cables to transmit various data types and make our workplace look cluttered. We have a…

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Added by SFCable on January 12, 2023 at 1:54am — No Comments

A Brief Guide to Networking Cables

In the vast world of computers and their various parts, which connect to give us the best virtual experience, there are some important bits we tend to overlook. We love the great sound system and the crystal quality of the screen, but there’s rarely any appreciation for the cables. The cables are what hold the whole show together. There are a bunch of cables with different functions: LAN, WLAN, and WAN, among others. Let us learn about LAN in detail. …

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Added by SFCable on January 12, 2023 at 1:11am — No Comments

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Landline Telephone System?

Cell phones and digital alternatives are replacing traditional landlines, but landlines do function in some places. Landline consumers have digital and VoIP choices (Voice Over Internet Protocol). You can call from home without a cell phone or internet. Prices vary by system and strategy.

The US charges are around $50 to $265 for home phone service. Around $100 covers the plan and phone. VoIP activation fees are around $20. The…

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Added by SFCable on November 22, 2022 at 3:12am — No Comments

How To Handle Every Audio and Video Challenge with Ease?

Every wiring project is different, depending on the materials available and the situation's urgency. The XLR Cables and the RCA cables are the two most used connector types for analogue audio transmission. These are designed to serve a wide variety of purposes.

The connector of an XLR cable contains three pins, while an RCA cable has only one. In a nutshell, XLR…

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Added by SFCable on November 14, 2022 at 5:34am — No Comments

Ethernet Or Wi-fi Which Performs The Best

When it comes to modern home networking, you have lots of options. You can use Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable to connect your devices directly to your network. Each has its upsides and downsides, but which is best for you?

 Read on for more information about the pros and cons of both Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections.…

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Added by SFCable on October 28, 2022 at 8:36am — No Comments

What Are The Different Uses Of Coaxial Cables?

Coaxial cables are used in many different applications and in various industries. From home entertainment to industrial equipment, there are a variety of uses for these cables. Coaxial cables have many properties that make them ideal for use in both the home and industrial environments.

They're small, compact, and lightweight, making them easy to install in almost any space. Further, coaxial cables have excellent shielding…

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Added by SFCable on October 18, 2022 at 6:39am — No Comments

Power Cords 101: A Brief Guide

Power cable types are innumerable. The intricacies of which type of < a href="https://www.sfcable.com/power-cords.html">power cable connector belongs to which appliance and gadget are complex. Some cables are wired to the appliance, while others can be detached. This generally depends on two factors: the device's portability and the appliance's voltage requirement. 

So how many power connector types exist? Let's go through them! There are two main types in the US: NEMA, short…

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Added by SFCable on September 27, 2022 at 7:30am — No Comments

What are SATA/eSATA cables? Here are all the points you should know

SATA cables have a wide range of functions and applications, and they work well to connect different devices to the motherboard of your computer. SATA cables, however, come in various styles and configurations that are appropriate for multiple uses.

SATA cable speeds differ from generation to generation as well. Even while…

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Added by SFCable on September 22, 2022 at 8:30am — No Comments

8 Tips for Keeping Power Cords Up to Date at Workplace

A universal cause for annoyance for anyone who has ever used an electrical device are the power cords. They are present in everything: household appliances like refrigerators and microwaves, construction tools like drillers and circular saws, and all electronic devices at a workplace, namely computers, printers, and laptops. At any given workplace, power cords can be the bane of its existence, as there are numerous…

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Added by SFCable on September 16, 2022 at 2:19am — No Comments

Essentials of the Cable Drawer

Technology is at a turning point right now, and growing pains come with that. By 2022 we were supposed to have flying cars and wireless charging. While both are true, they are only in their initial stage. Our devices' processors are ultra-fast, but the batteries are only catching up to that requirement. The biggest requirement the tech of today demands from us is certain port sacrifices. …

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Added by SFCable on September 16, 2022 at 1:16am — No Comments

Is Extension Cord Safe to Use?

Nowadays, it is common practice to pair a computer with a long extension cord. But is it safe for your computers or laptops? With laptops, you don't have to think about electricity, but they can only work if you don't have any battery issues. Has the thought ever crossed your mind whether your laptop or computer is safe or not with the continuous use of an extension cord? Keep reading further to explore it yourself.

Proper Specifications:

The most expensive laptop or…

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Added by SFCable on September 14, 2022 at 2:10am — No Comments

A Musician's Guide to Analog Audio Cables

I agree audio connections are not the exciting part of the setup. But it is an essential part that must be done before the show. As musicians, you are the ones that need the audio cables with the highest quality, and this is still not possible with wireless connections because that is still not a thing. It would help if you connect different guitars, synths, drums, mics, and many more instruments. And it can help you put up a show only when all these instruments sync.

For making all…

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Added by SFCable on August 31, 2022 at 5:23am — No Comments

Guide to Different Types of Coaxial Cables

To answer that, we will have to talk about the coaxial cable first. What it is, where it is generally used, and its specific benefits. Then we can talk about the different types of coaxial cable. 

Coaxial Cable - A Brief

They are a…

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Added by SFCable on August 25, 2022 at 2:00am — No Comments

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