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Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures

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  • #1 11202026
    c921575
    Level 10  
    Can an extension cord be connected to such a red socket in the floorbox? Sometimes there is no electricity in these white sockets and in the red ones all the time. Why is that some kind of separate power line? It would be best to connect the entire extension cord to such a red socket, and a computer, monitor, etc. to it.

    And also, what is the best way to connect the cable to such a socket, because it is difficult to get to the one under the floor? It is easier to first insert the red plug into the socket and then connect the cable, or is it better to put the red plug on the cable first and then aim at the socket in the floorbox? I've never done this, and just for the sake of peace, I'd rather plug my computer into this socket.
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  • #2 11202448
    andy127
    Level 30  
    Hello.
    It seems to me that these sockets are just for connecting a computer to them. And there is probably nothing to prevent you from doing it with an extension cord. It is important not to connect, for example, a kettle or a microwave to this extension cord.
    It should be a "clean" network without overvoltage pulses etc. If it is powered by UPS, they also have some limited capacity. Then the more connected, the shorter the backup time.
    Andrew
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  • #3 11202918
    biomedyczny
    Level 26  
    Red sockets are sockets after mains filters.
    They are used to connect devices sensitive to disturbances and changes in current.
    RTV, projectors etc.

    Extension cords should not be connected to them. A strip with all computer equipment, for example. In order not to introduce disturbances, etc.

    In hospitals, there is another type of socket, it is sometimes marked differently and is used to connect only medical equipment to save lives. And in them the tension never disappears. Because there are ups. And on the rest, it disappears until the generator is started.

    As for the second part, he doesn't understand what you are writing about. There are childproof plugs often and you need to use a little force to insert the plug into the outlet.
  • #4 11204711
    MuNiO
    Level 26  
    biomedyczny wrote:
    There are childproof plugs often and you need to use a little force to insert the plug into the outlet.


    Nonsense. This is a protection (key) against connecting foreign devices to the UPS sockets.
  • #5 11204794
    andy127
    Level 30  
    biomedyczny wrote:
    Extension cords should not be connected to them. A strip with all computer equipment, for example.
    This strip is also a kind of extension cord. As he called, so he called what will hang at the end of this extension cord.
    MuNiO wrote:
    This is a protection (key) against connecting foreign devices to the UPS sockets.
    In addition. This key (red) sticks to the plug and thus the plug becomes compatible with the socket. Plugs without this wrench do not want to enter these sockets. This way it is determined which device can be connected to the coded sockets.
    Andrew
  • #6 11204977
    biomedyczny
    Level 26  
    There are different types and different security features, e.g. with a key.
    And the type you are talking about has become popular because it is on a flush-mounted rail.
    It looks like:
    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures

    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures
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  • #7 11204995
    andy127
    Level 30  
    The top photo shows an adhesive tape (white) on the back of the cap. And all clear.
    Andrew
  • #8 11205508
    biomedyczny
    Level 26  
    Oh, you insist there :P
    I am telling you that there are several dozen types of security. And they don't have to be red at all.
    What's more, you can buy them in any electric for 1-5 PLN. And they don't have to be red, for example.

    E.g:
    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures

    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures

    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures
    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures

    I just don't know who produces them, but there are date sockets for the flush-mounted sockets and they are the cheapest and therefore the most popular :) About these:
    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures


    But they are much faster to install and they are slowly switching to them:
    Connecting an Extension Cord to a Red Socket in a Floorbox: Best Practices and Procedures
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  • #9 11210140
    phanick
    Level 28  
    As a lecturer once explained to me - these are special sockets intended for connecting devices sensitive to interference. Therefore, you should not connect inductive devices to them. The plugs are used so that, for example, a cleaner does not connect a vacuum cleaner there.
  • #10 11210473
    andy127
    Level 30  
    phanick wrote:
    these are special sockets intended for connecting devices sensitive to interference. Therefore, you should not connect inductive devices to them. The plugs are used so that, for example, a cleaner does not connect a vacuum cleaner there.

    Exactly. But if you need to connect the computer at a certain distance from this socket, you must use an extension cord.
    Andrew
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Topic summary

The discussion centers on the use of red sockets in floorboxes, which are designed for connecting sensitive electronic devices, such as computers and projectors, to a stable power source. Users express concerns about connecting extension cords to these sockets, emphasizing that they should not be used for inductive devices like kettles or microwaves to avoid interference. The red sockets are often linked to UPS systems, ensuring continuous power supply. The best practice for connecting an extension cord involves inserting the red plug into the socket first, as it may be difficult to maneuver the plug and cable together due to limited access. Overall, the consensus is to use these sockets for sensitive equipment only and to avoid introducing disturbances through extension cords.
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