Telecom Tools: GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) Cord Protection

Now this article may not directly deal with telecom tools, but our next topic is about an essential accessory that will allow you to properly use your telecom tools when you are on the job. So basically the use of GFCI cord protection equipment is indeed important is you want to continue using your telecom tools to their fullest extent.

Here are some examples of cord protection equipment that is used on the job.

Cord Caddies –This accessory carries around with it a fully grounded frame and optional GFCI outlets for safe use, it also has a strong material coated design for durability against high amounts of damage.

Your average cord caddies have the following:

• A cord length of 125'
• GFCI protection
• End plates that are epoxy-coated and have a yellow color to indicate safety.
• It’s completely grounded
• Steel framed
• 15- or 20-amp circuits
• Comes with essential power chords for optimal use.
• Protected from ground fault circuit
• Free of any collector rings, brushes or slip rings

GFCI Cord Protector Boxes –

These protector boxes are designed for save environments in damp or wet areas. This reduces the risk of electric shock and can also stop non-monitored equipment from initializing. It has an impact resitant case made out of polymer with spring loaded covers to protect unused ports from getting harmed or dirty. A special feature called a “fast breaker” in some models is built to prevent a power overload. A manual reset is neded in the case of power outage or trip, this is set in so no unexpected functioning of equipment starts.

Features:

• UL listed Compliance
• Meets NEMA 5 requirements
• Can handle almost any type of weather. Sites like constructions yards are perfect for this accessory.

GFCI Protected Tri-Cord

Protected tri cords are another telecom tool accessory that stands up to a lot of elements. These sturdy electrical cord protectors can stand up to tough use so they’re perfect for areas where you’ll have to you use your telecom tools outdoors. They have a rather simple configuration that takes care of a lot of safety and performance concerns.

The heavy duty cord comes with three receptacbles. As seen in its title it’s GFCI equipped. GFCI in fact protects the cords and three attached accessories that are rooted in ground fault. A gauge cord graded at 12/3 is more than adequate for places like construction sites where the majority of the time you’re exposed to the outdoors. For performance and safety reasons test and reset buttons are built in.

A manual reset features will prevent from a surprise equipment start up in the event of a power loss. Deemed compliant by the guidelines of OSHA, UL, CSA, and NEMA UL the tri-cord meets the safety requirements that is passed by all these organizations and standards.

Are you convinced that cord protection is a wise choice? We hope so, because safety is the number one priority no matter what the job is. With these accessories you and your telecom tools will be just fine.