Cord Cap Configurations

When i look at the table saw owners manual it suggests i add a nema 6 15 plug to the end of the power cord.

Cord cap configurations.

Use this nema plug chart to identify a configuration by pin array or designation. Do should i add a 6 15 outlet in shed and 6 15 plug to the table saw s power cord. Plug p or a receptacle outlet r. Nema connectors are power plugs and receptacles used for ac mains electricity in north america and other countries that use the standards set by the us national electrical manufacturers association nema wiring devices are made in current ratings from 15 to 60 amperes a with voltage ratings from 125 to 600 volts v.

Using a plug or power cord that is inappropriate for the load may be a safety hazard. Or should i add a 6 20 outlet in the shed and a 6 20 plug to the table saw s power cord. The nema plug chart provides technical drawings and specifications for nema straight blade plugs connectors receptacles inlets outlets and cords. 15 a usb receptacles spec 369976b electrical plugs nema section g hubbell wiring device ponents hubble 3 phase 4 wire diagram wiring nema locking configuration chartnema plug and receptacle configurationsinsulgrip wiring devices 15 to 200electrical plugs nemanema l21 30r wiring diagram base site virusvenndiagram attentialluomo itconfiguration chartnema receptacle chart top car release.

For a printable pdf of this chart please refer to the sales tools section of our web site. Plug a male cord mounted wiring device with the conducting pins protruding and exposed. Sometimes the cords used to plug in dual voltage 120 v 240 v equipment are rated only for 125 v so care must be taken by. Additional configurations are defined in the ansi nema wd 6 standard which cover higher voltages 3 phase applications and specific purposes such as travel trailers.

Decoding nema plugs and receptacles nema x5 15p p indicates plug or receptacle p is plug r is receptacle or socket 15 indicates the current rating and standard values are 15 amps 20 amps 30 amps 5. I wanted to get your thoughts.