Yes, but it may void the UL listing of the TV. Is the plug you have presently polarized two prong or three pronged?

Leviton 15 Amp 125-Volt Python Straight Blade Grounding Angle Plug, Yellow 5256-VA 5256-VA - The Home Depot

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Leviton 15 Amp 125-Volt Non-Polarized Angle Plug, Black 101AN-E 101AN-E - The Home Depot

Leviton Non-Polarized Angle Plug in Black is designed to withstand impact, corrosion and chemicals. Offers lasting durability.

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The power cord for some TVs is removable. If yours is one of those, you could fabricate a new cord with the right-angle plug (assuming you can find such a cord with the proper connector for the TV end).

 

You could also install a recessed receptacle for clearance.

 

I rather like that.

 

One of the things that I found baffling, when I went to fabricate my own utility/extension cords for 120 volt service, is that compared with the prefab/moulded ends, all the available plugs are bulkier and for some reason, tougher to plug in and unplug. Something to do with the dimension of the blades and ground pin. I was never able to come up with a really good solution.

 

They are bulkier because they need to offer a way to connect the cord. Plugs that com pre-attached are molded so they don't have any fasteners.
And they are more difficult to plug in because they generally are make better than the pre-molded ones.
Either way it's all good.

 

Sometimes the back of the TV has sections that have more room, cutouts etc.
Perhaps relocating the plugin with something like this to a better spot?

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If your TV has this kind of plug...........

XINYUWIN 6FT 90 Degree Angled 2-Prong Non-Polarized Angle TV AC Power Cord Replacement for Samsung PN 3903-000853 3903-000599 90° Angled 2 Prong Figure 8 : Amazon.ca: Electronics

XINYUWIN 6FT 90 Degree Angled 2-Prong Non-Polarized Angle TV AC Power Cord Replacement for Samsung PN 3903-000853 3903-000599 90° Angled 2 Prong Figure 8 : Amazon.ca: Electronics

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Yes. Get ready made cord. All the connectors are standard... though it might take a couple tries to find the right one while learning what sizes there are.

 

Not exactly what you asked, but I have three locations where furniture is blocking access to receptacles so I have added short extension cords to bring the plugs our to where the are usable. Those extensions all have right angled plugs.
Bud

 

Not exactly what you asked, but I have three locations where furniture is blocking access to receptacles so I have added short extension cords to bring the plugs our to where the are usable. Those extensions all have right angled plugs.
Bud

Extension cords are for temporary use, they should not be used as a permanent solution

 

https://www.amazon.com/Right-Adapte...vqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583657825068142&psc=1

 

Sorry but heavy duty extension cords with proper angles to fit correctly are far safer than jamming plugs behind furniture. Your objection is noted and when I rewire my house I will move those receptacles, next century.
Bud

 

I’m not sure if it is polarized or not, but it is a 2 pronged plug. How do you tell if it is polarized?Here is a pic of both ends of the plug. If you go with a recessed receptical do you have to replace the standard box or will the recessed receptical fit into the standard one gang box?

thanks guys

 

I’m not sure if it is polarized or not, but it is a 2 pronged plug. How do you tell if it is polarized?

thanks guys

In North America, when one blade is wider than the other, it's polarized. (The neutral is the wide one.)


You asked about flat cord caps:
Emerson, GE, Samsung and others make flat cords to fit televisions and similar items. A photo of a sample is below. Be sure your female end matches the TV cord and that it is ULT, ETL or CSA listed.


Places like Lowes and Home Depot sell very flat extension cords. Some are so flat that they have a bail to grip for removing.

Perhaps do like Steve2444 said and find the cut-out to hide the wires in. All televisions I've seen have a hiding spot. Some even have holes to snake a zip tie through for holding the wire. If there aren't any holes, you can use Command Strips to secure it all in place.

Paul

 

If it is a single plug you are dealing with, a clock receptacle will work, although it may take a deeper box to install it.

Leviton 15 Amp Residential Grade 1-Gang Recessed Single Outlet with Clocked Hanger Hook, White 688-W 688-W - The Home Depot

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If your current recepticals are 20 amps, you can’t replace it with one of these since it is only 15 amps, right?

 

A recessed clock receptacle uses a standard box.

 

 

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That is not polarized

The cord in my last link should work for you

 

90 days and less is considered temporary.

 

What about permanent instances that need to be mobile? Not a great sentence, but here's some examples. Engine block heater that is used majority of year. Corded power tool dedicated to the shop but needs a 20' reach.

 

You are correct. It must be a double 15 amp, since the code allows for pass through 15 amp duplex receptacles on 20 amp circuits.

Leviton 15 Amp 125 V 1-Gang Recessed Duplex Outlet/Receptacle, White (1-Pack) 689-W R52-00689-00W - The Home Depot

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Makes sense, thanks. So I just have to decide if it would be better to replace the receptical or get a replacement cord like the one Jamie222 noted which looks like it would work on my TV. Cost is about the same.

 

So I just have to decide if it would be better to replace the receptical or get a replacement cord like the one Jamie222 noted which looks like it would work on my TV. Cost is about the same.

But the labor cost is not the same. The extension cord labor is approximately zero.

 

The rule for time limit on extension cords is mainly so ext cords are not strewn about the floor and becoming a tripping hazard, or being damaged. A short 2' ext cord behind a TV is not a hazard and I wouldn't hesitate to use one. Providing it is the proper wire size and listed.

 

Bring your cord into anywhere they sell electronic components.
Amazon has them, but then the proper fitment is up to you.

 

Where’s Radio Shack when you need them?

 

A polarized plug has 1 blade (the neutral) wider than the other.

 

Where’s Radio Shack when you need them?

Right?

Growing up, that was one of my after school hangouts.....being an electronics nerd.

I was on vacation in Montana in September. I forgot to bring my power cable for my laptop. I searched on my phone for en electronics store. Guess what popped up?
Yep, a Radio Shack!
I thought they were all gone, but apparently not!
They had exactly what I needed!

 

They should make a documentary about the last Radio Shack store, like they did about the last Blockbuster.

I remember a Radio Shack ad - they showed a whole bunch of stuff like calculator, camera, flashlight, computer, telephone, answering machine, etc. and the prices for each one. And they turned it into a meme where all that stuff was in a cell phone now, so....

 

They’re a few radio shacks still around according to Google. I can confirm that there’s one near me. Don’t know the business model or ownership, but it sure looks like they used to.

 

From real clear science " the iPhone in your pocket has over 100,000 times the processing power of the computer that landed man on the moon 50 years ago. "

Our Radio Shack was closed, but a young guy and his wife still run an electronics store in the same building with almost the same genre, except upgraded to today's needs. But you can also find some of the older stuff still in there.

 

a young guy and his wife still run an electronics store in the same building with almost the same genre, except upgraded to today's needs. But you can also find some of the older stuff still in there.

Wish we had something like that. I hope they stay in business.

 

I admit I did not read through all the posts.

Home Depot sells extensions like this. No idea if this will help, but it should. Low profile, flat plug, grounded 3 prong.

GE 8 ft. 16/3 3-Outlet Office Extension Cord with Low-Profile Flat Plug, White 50251 - The Home Depot

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I admit I did not read through all the posts.

Home Depot sells extensions like this. No idea if this will help, but it should. Low profile, flat plug, grounded 3 prong.

GE 8 ft. 16/3 3-Outlet Office Extension Cord with Low-Profile Flat Plug, White 50251 - The Home Depot

Visit The Home Depot to buy GE 8 ft. 3 Outlet Grounded Office Extension Cord 50251

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Want a really, really flat one?
Sleek Socket sells the flattest I've ever seen. A photo is below.
There are other brands, but Sleek Socket is the only I know of with UL or ETL or CSA listing.

The female end can tuck into the hollow around the VESA mount or the back of the monitor. (Or even be zip tied to the top or bottom of the thick area where the vent slots are.)
It does come with Command type strips to adhere the female end to the wall or monitor, if desired.

They are a bit of a struggle to unplug, however. (Flat, plastic blade under the edge and wiggle.)

OR...

Can you aim where you put the VESA mount to take advantage of its thickness by having the receptacle outlet in a hollow area?

Paul

 

Yes, there are triple taps that plug into the wall outlet, fold flat against the wall, and have outlets on 3 sides - or you can buy whole extension cords that have a right-hand plug - I do recommend you use a great surge protector, made from some reliable company, and buy from a reliable source - so it is not likely to be counterfeit. I like to find cords that are at least 14 gauge wire (good for a full 15 amps) - though the new wimpy standard (only 13 amps) would probably do for just a tv. My understanding is that it is not only the big electrical surges that kill electronics, it is also the smaller daily "hits" that degrade delicate circuitry over time. I have usually used APC products.