Hi guys and gals, i have a lamp that i absolutely love.. its probably 15 years old.. it works fine but i noticed where the plug part meets the cord its fraying and the little wires are poking through, without destroying the integrity of the lamp can i just wrap electrical tape around this to keep it strong and from causing more damage to the cord.. thanks
2007-06-04 04:04:27 · 10 answers · asked by ANGELA29 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Take the lamp to a lighting supply/specialty store and usually they will rewire it for you. It should be fairly inexpensive since there is not much to rewiring a lamp. I am a licensed electrician and I have seen where lamps have caught fire. I would never recommend taping the frayed cord unless it is a very temporary fix. (couple of days max)
2007-06-04 12:04:27 · answer #1 · answered by troyd879 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't advise taping the frayed wires. It will work for a while but will eventually come off. When you bend the cord, if you see little cracks, you need to replace the cord. (#2)
Two options: both involve going to hd/lowes/hardware store.
1. cut the plug end off a couple inches above the frayed part and replace the end. The new end will have small screws to wrap the wire around and a clamp to hold all in place. Should come with instructions.
2. replace the whole cord. The cord should run up through the lamp to the bulb socket. The socket should come apart to reveal the small screws that hold the wires in place.
Either option requires a knife and a screwdriver.
2007-06-04 04:24:57 · answer #2 · answered by JOHN S 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Taping the cord is a short term fix at best. If the rest of the cord is sound, cut off the frayed section and replace the plug,
2007-06-04 06:41:10 · answer #3 · answered by Hondu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they fraying has exposed the hot wire and the ground wire, then do not tape them back together. Tape them seperately first, so that they will not make contact and short out. Then use the electrical tape for the whole frayed area of the cord. It will last a very long time
Will S
2007-06-04 04:11:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Electrical tape has it's uses, but wrapping these wires is a temporary fix at best, and dangerous at worst. Go to your hardware store and purchase a new plug. You'll only need a screwdriver and wirecutters to install it and it will be done properly and last for another 20 years. Make sure to follow the installation directions carefully for the new plug.
2007-06-04 04:16:51 · answer #5 · answered by wez 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't!! I would Cut the old end and fraying part of the cord off and replace it with a new end. if you leave this in that condition it could cause a fire. they sell plug ends at most all hare ware stores and some big chain stores like wal-mart. they sell them to look decorative and industrial types. Good Luck:)
2007-06-04 04:13:35 · answer #6 · answered by Mr fix it 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i'm uncertain the place you're taking your readings at. Output from the alternator is AC and could be in way over a hundred Volts. This is going to the rectifier/regulator the place it is converted to DC and controlled right down to approx 13 Volts. i won't be able to supply you a stable answer as i'm at a loss for words as on your try factors and your measurements. Are you changing the size on the meter?
2016-12-12 11:06:58 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fix it right. You and your local fire department will be glad. Either cut the wire back to solid wire and put a new plug on it or replace all the wire and plug.
2007-06-04 04:37:03 · answer #8 · answered by Michael B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Have the lamp rewired. They have vintage looking cord they can use.
2007-06-04 12:56:47 · answer #9 · answered by NONAME 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the bare cores are not exposed then tape is fine or if there is enough flex you could fit a flex connector
2007-06-04 04:46:36 · answer #10 · answered by sparks9653 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋