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Power Strips

Power strips with circuit breaker (overcurrent) protection may be used in place of extension cords on a more permanent basis. Power strips are available with cords up to 15 feet long to provide greater flexibility in providing receptacles where needed.

  • Power strips must be plugged directly into premise wiring (i.e. wall outlets or receptacles). 
  • Power strips may only be used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
  • One power strip may not be plugged into another power strip - known as "daisy chaining."
  •  Power strips are not intended for heavy-duty use, such as in industrial or construction applications.