PIP Charging Cable

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by Johnny C, Jan 4, 2013.

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Do you use a hook or some other item to support the charging cable?

  1. Yes, hook or something similiar

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  2. No, just hang from outlet.

    14 vote(s)
    35.0%
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    -1- Don

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    :eek: Reckon so, I run a "tight" ship. Top portion has a little slack in it. Never heard of tension being an issue in electrical cords, etc. What's your reasoning on tension (other than causing headaches)?
     
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    You don't want tension in the lines, tending to stretch out the copper wire. The wire gets warm with high currents and being stretched and heated/cooled will tend to deform the wire. Look and see how much tension they use on power poles.

    Mike
     
    #42 3PriusMike, Jan 29, 2013
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