I bought this 4’ plug strip at HF. I also bought two good magnets. All the power I need.
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- Thread starter Ben Hammock
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I have 2 of these, one on the side of my workbench and one on the wall behind the bench I use for computer repairs and my laser engraver. Your right they are great. Have used them for several years without a problem. I do not need that many on my lathe but I think I will steal your idea of the magnets and make a smaller one for my lathe
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Pat
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The power strips are great.
Another useful item is an extension cord with outlets spaced at intervals.
These are sold this time of year for Christmas lights. Look for a heavy duty one about 10 feet in length with the receptacles space about 24-30” apart.
I use one to plug in the vacuum pump on a wheeled cart, lathe light stand, and floor fan.
The outlet spacing along the cord services the devices without having cords all over the place.
Another useful item is an extension cord with outlets spaced at intervals.
These are sold this time of year for Christmas lights. Look for a heavy duty one about 10 feet in length with the receptacles space about 24-30” apart.
I use one to plug in the vacuum pump on a wheeled cart, lathe light stand, and floor fan.
The outlet spacing along the cord services the devices without having cords all over the place.
I mounted two outlets to tail stock legs . This meets needs for lathe but lights have shorter cords and would not reach. But may have to look at this idea.
Tom Gall
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I don't think that is a good place for the power strip. I would always be bumping and rubbing into anything plugged in there with the possibility of bending and/or breaking cords and plugs. Could be a safety hazard. And of course, the possibility of dripping finish, CA glue, etc.
Your lathe looks like it has never been used!
I do like to keep it clean.I don't think that is a good place for the power strip. I would always be bumping and rubbing into anything plugged in there with the possibility of bending and/or breaking cords and plugs. Could be a safety hazard. And of course, the possibility of dripping finish, CA glue, etc.
Your lathe looks like it has never been used!
The strip is on the back side.
Tom Gall
TOTW Team
Then I retract my statement!
I don't have easy access to the back of my lathe - against the wall. I just assumed this was the front of your lathe.