[Collins] AC power Cord

[Dr. Gerald N. Johnson]

On 4/4/2010 3:28 PM, LEE BAHR wrote:
> I am in need of replacing a 516F-2 AC Power Cord.  A friend of mine has to
> do the same for a couple supplies he has too.  We are wondering what cords
> are being used to do this.  We would like to make them as original as
> possible, (Gray and round).
   	
Mouser #  686-17276 looks pretty good, but they don't expect any until 
late June.

Newark #    93K2563 has the same 17276 number in stock, a bit long at 20 
feet. A bit pricey, but IN STOCK.

70355K79 at McMaster-Carr, except it has a clear plug for hospital use.
>
> Most replacement cords found seem to be made with nbr 18 wire, good for 10
> amps.  However,  I have found a source for a cord made with nbr 16, good for
> 13 amps, gray and round.  Seems to me this would be a better choice, maybe
> even the perfect choice as it would give better voltage stability.
>
> We would be interested in finding out what others have done for their
> replacements before buying these.
>
> Lee, w0vt
>
There are several times as many cords made grey with round wire and 18 
gauge as in 16 gauge.

Look at gadgets like outlet strips or extension cords with decent cords 
and plugs. Shorten them and add a new plug to the remains to allow 
continued use with a shorter cord.

73, Jerry, K0CQ, technical adviser to the Collins Radio Association.