Permanent wire vs. extension cord

Piedmont

At my work, we have 3 computers and 1 big UPS battery system for them. However, only 2 of the computers can reach the battery so I asked our maintenance guy for 2 extension chords so the 3rd station can use it as well. He told me extension cords used in that type of situation would be considered "Permanent wiring" so it can't be done. I don't know why he would think that.

I know extension cords
1.) Can't be used/passed through holes in walls/floors/ceilings
2.) Can't run through doorways/windows/other openings
3.) Can't be attached to building surfaces
4.) Can't be concealed behind walls/ceilings/floors
5.) Can'b be used in place of permanent wiring

I'm not doing any of that, I'm just adding another 3 feet to the monitor & computer powerchords so they reach. The computers are in an open area on plain countertop, there's no walls for the extension cord to pass through even if I wanted. Why would he think an extension cord can not be used? Thanks

a7ecorsair

Just tell him that you promise to unplug the computer every night before you leave and after you shut it down.

nap

yes, you are. If you disagree, all you have to do is explain how long you will need to use the extension cord so you can roll it up and put it away after you are done.

Saturday Cowboy

the only thing you could do is order longer cords for the equipment. I have seen 12' cord with the end designed to plug in to computer power supplies.

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Please follow the code - its there for your safety no matter how inconvenient.

Piedmont

That's a bummer.

The power cords are for Apple desktop computers, a replacement is $20 just for the cord but no one makes an extra long one. Thanks

thadsaab

I'm not real familiar with Mac's, but what about this one:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2


Assuming it's not a normal one like this:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...t=1#largeimage

AllanJ

Put in a work order to have some permanent wall mounted wiring added between the UPS and a receptacle near the computer in question. Now the connection using an extension cord will be considered temporary.

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Red Squirrel

Power bars are usually allowed in cases like this, you are even allowed to daisy chain them. If you need maybe like 6 feet and no more you could add power bars. Will look messy but be to code. Ask the maintenance guy about it just to make sure.