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Universal IEC C14 Power Strip US$7.32 (~A$11) + US$2.19 Del (~A$3 / $0 with US$10 Spend) @ Bolantedz Official Store AliExpress

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1. Okay so first of all, Aliexpress has a shipping charge for Choice items $1.99 USD if the cart total if under $10 USD (or about $15 AUD).

So pro-tip you are best to add some other minor things (like a rewireable IEC C13 Female + IEC C14 Male plug) to your cart to make your cart reach the minimum amount for Free shipping.

2. Secondly, if you are going to do a new user signup bonus thingie, use the other link below, Otherwise use the link in the deal above, (as that is cheaper for existing users, or combine both IDK upto you).

  1. You can pair this deal with any other cashback promo

  2. Be careful when travelling overseas, this does not include a Voltage convertor (and avoid plugging in 10Amps+ appliances as a general safety precaution)

  3. IMPORTANT READ From personal experience, avoid buying a IEC C13 to C14 extension cable (or generally any IEC cable) from Aliexpress thinking they would have done wiring of it properly. I HAVE NOT LISTED ANY SUCH DANGEROUS ITEM HERE. Some of the Aliexpress sellers would wire the cable incorrectly (have Live/Hot wire swapped with Neutral wire). If you want more info on reverse polarity watch this.

Also just avoid generally any polarity sensitive appliances if you have a plugging in a USA MALE plug into NON-USA (any other type FEMALE plug), or USA Female plug to NON-USA (any other MALE Plug). By design it will actually switch polarity itself (simply because USA has LIVE wire on opposite side of outlets than rest of the world). It will be the case with other travel adaptors also like this LENCENT one

This reverse polarity issue can be fixed (by reversing polarity of wire again) But leave this to a professional.

Now to talk about the item

It's a great little thing to have in my opinion, its using the standard IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) connector C14 (Male). And because it is a international standard connector, you can easily buy any Mains to IEC C13 cable in any country, (its often used for computers, printers etc. etc. also)
You will need a Main's plug to C13 connector cable.

Tip
If you want to like make a DIY universal travel adaptor kit (being careful of US, and NON-US), you could also just buy such adaptors (like
AU Male Mains to IEC C13 Female , UK Male mains to IEC C13 Female, US Male Mains to IEC C13 Female, Euro Male mains to IEC C13 Female, etc.) + 1 IEC C13 to C14 extension cable. You could buy these from an online store, or a physical store.

You can also just buy a Mains to IEC C13 cable overseas when travelling.

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  • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:07

    New User Deal (different seller)

    I have bought a similar one of these from another store with new user signup coupon using This link.
    I actually own one of these, I shared it before also on some other thread.
    Pro- Tip:
    Because seller of this listing has worded everything in listing options so badly, I'll help you out a bit on plug type options

    Plug Type: With 1.8 m small South Non-Line - Type M plug like in South Africa
    Plug Type: With 1.8 m national marking line - Type I plug like in AU
    Plug Type: Row plug - No plug/Cable (just the power strip)
    Plug Type: With 1.8 m British standard line - Type G plug, like in UK
    Plug Type: With 1.8 m European standard line - Type F plug like in Euro

    Plug Type: With 1.8 m marking line - Type B plug like in USA Caution, This cable could have a REVERSED POLARITY.

    However being reversed polarity on this actually means you can plug this cable + power strip in USA (and plug any non USA appliances in right polarity), Just dont plug in any US appliances on the power strip if you are using this USA Mains to C13 cable.

  • spock on 12/09/2024 - 19:08
    +11

    Fire Strip.

    • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:09
      +2

      the strip itself is wired correctly, and is not a problem.

      its those IEC cables from china that are so incorrectly wired problematic

  • ilikeit on 12/09/2024 - 19:11
    +7

    My house insurance says no.

    • Skullytor on 13/09/2024 - 15:01

      I keep throwing these things out when my mrs buys them

  • Clear on 12/09/2024 - 19:15
    +5

    This deal is going to upset a lot of people.

    I personally use the Xiaomi Powerstrips for EU/US plugs and they're holding up well 10 years later.

    • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:24
      +4

      Technically speaking that one is slightly worse, because it does not have a GROUND PIN for NON AU plugs (US, EU) and UK plug wont fit in that.

      • Clear on 12/09/2024 - 20:05

        Yeah that's true. I only really use US plugs anyway.

  • hambuger on 12/09/2024 - 19:16

    No RCM tick I'm guessing?
    Why buy this when you can get similar at Bunnings for less?

    • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:17
      +1

      Why buy this when you can get similar at Bunnings for less?

      No you cannot, infact you wont find IEC C14 Male to universal FEMALE Mains plug anywhere else other than online stores (for affordable price)

      this is better (and safer) than these kinda international adaptors -https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B081J8G3FP/ (because the Mains Male to IEC C13 cable wont be dangling around and keep falling from wall)

      • hambuger on 12/09/2024 - 19:20
        +1

        My apologies, misread. How often do you need a power board while travelling and why would you let this take up luggage space instead of spending a few dollars wherever you are? 500yen got me some beastly power strips

        • CyberMurning on 12/09/2024 - 19:25
          +6

          Its good to bring power board so you just need one adapter and get 4-5 sockets for all your Australian gadgets

          • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:26
            +3

            @CyberMurning: or you have multiple people travelling and all need to use overseas appliances at same time.

          • hambuger on 12/09/2024 - 19:49
            -1

            @CyberMurning: Surely would still be a good idea to buy one locally that complies to local standards

            • CyberMurning on 12/09/2024 - 20:04
              +2

              @hambuger: But but its more convenient to just arrive at hotel and use it than going out try to find the shop especially if we dont know the language

  • CyberMurning on 12/09/2024 - 19:21
    -1

    Very long description for just a simple device… hmm….

    • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:25
      +7

      i just wanted to make people aware of dangers if they get a crappy cable for it (and dont rewire it correctly), they could risk getting reverse polarity (and appliance being LIVE while having its plug turned off, because plug is controlling neutral wire instead of Live wire)

      As a bonus from personal experience, I'd suggest that out of most incorrectly wired IEC C13-C14 extension cables from aliexpress (they have wired the Male end, C14 wrong, Blue wire is HOT (incorrect according to AUS standard), instead of Blue being Neutral Wire (as per correct standard in AUS and other some other nations)

      How to correct the reverse polarity ?? - Buy a rewirable IEC C14 plug (or C13 but I recommend C14 as that way Blue wire will be Neutral), something like this rewireable plug and replace the existing on on C13 to C14 extension cable. BUT FIRST check yourself first if it is indeed incorrectly wired or not.

  • Dyl on 12/09/2024 - 19:52
    +2

    I've had the LED blow on one of these while switching it on and it zapped me, it flicked the fuse switch in the houses switchboard. Wouldn't recommend anything like this, especially from a site like AliExpress. Wasn't this exact model, but still I'm cautious of them now.

    Buy one for the country you're going to instead for extra safety and a reputable store behind it, for example
    UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B092S2WFFS
    AUS: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0D8SS7HDV

    (Amazon is then responsible for any damages / issues)

    If someone can find the OEM that makes these and find them cheaper, would love to know. Both above appear the same but are branded differently.

    Also don't buy Xiaomi ones - they don't meet Australian standards as the pins don't have insolation. I love a good bargain, but safety > price. If a reputable seller made these I'd love them.

    • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 19:59

      hmm that is an alternative way, but it is some what expensive, (to buy a separate power strip for each country being visited)

      there is a cheaper alternative (using the same powerstrip you like), Buy a rewireable Mains MALE plug so for AU this, and trim cut the other end yourself, and wire it correctly yourself. If you dont trust aliexpress then you will only generally find Rewireable Male MAINS plug in that country only (in any general hardware store like walmart in USA, or Bunnings in AU etc.)

      • Dyl on 12/09/2024 - 20:01

        Personally wouldn't want to rewire one myself either as I would be responsible for the wiring then if that was identified as the cause of an issue

        Main point is ensuring a reputable company is fully responsible in the rare event anything happens (insurance is unlikely to cover things if it's found to be a non-compliant power board or something you wired yourself)

        Would love to see a reputable brand make one like OPs link, but I don't think it will happen as people would end up mix and matching 120/240V because of how easy it is to interchange then…. But I guess that risk exists with any travel adaptor?

        • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 20:26

          Personally wouldn't want to rewire one myself either as I would be responsible for the wiring then if that was identified as the cause of an issue
          Main point is ensuring a reputable company is fully responsible in the rare event anything happens (insurance is unlikely to cover things if it's found to be a non-compliant power board or something you wired yourself)

          Fair enough

          Would love to see a reputable brand make one like OPs

          I would like to see more products like this too globally, perhaps some locally within Australia too. But generally speaking each country is gonna make it more difficult for other countries, (in fact that is actually how UK got their plug, because during war they wanted to make a separate wall outlet that NO ONE else in world uses). USB C is probably the closest thing world has gotten so far a most universally recognized cable, after other IEC connectors (C13/C14, C5/C6, C7/C8)

          I personally am using this 4 MALE Mains to IEC C13 connector, all of these 4 are compliant with "Australian Safety standard AS/NZS 3105" bought from a local AU store for $29 with their crappy power strip (that takes AU male plugs only).
          Then I bought rewireable IEC C13, C14 connectors from AliExpress (wire correctly using heavy duty orange cable from bunnings).
          Then I use it with this IEC C14 to universal female outlet adaptor

          • Dyl on 12/09/2024 - 20:29

            @USER DC: Didn't know the history of the UK plug, but it is considered one of the safest and highest quality plugs… Also the most expensive though.

            A certified power board is like 15+ quid because it requires the closer on the live and neutral pins if earth pin isn't in

            • USER DC on 12/09/2024 - 20:48
              +4

              @Dyl: okay, here's a quick history of UK plug, More here

              UK just had a war, bad economy times, looking to save wherever possible. The entire UK had to be rebuilt (with some good features too), (so they had to rewire houses anyway, and came up with some designs and chose one that no one else uses for their so called NATIONAL security).

              Anyway they wanted to make wires at home thinner (so they use less copper, to save cost), hence started using Ring circuit, (instead of Radial circuit that almost all the rest of world uses).

              Anyway they got Ring circuit because it allowed them to use a 13A-32Amps of current, using standard gauge wire, (in Radial circuit you'd need a thicker copper wire for same purpose). But as a compensation of their Ring circuit they had to mandate that EACH MALE plug have a FUSE, (so the rest of the circuits dont break due to 1 break in circuit somewhere in house).

              Radial circuits don't need a FUSE by design, (and Ring circuit needed it by design), including here in Australia. But also think how much extra copper UK plug uses compared to AU one, its so thicker, (and hence higher manufacturing cost too of MALE PLUGS)

              This is also a good video about South African plug history going over some other nations too. I really recommend people watch this video, talks about actual real world problems on standardizing plugs, various type of plugs (manufacturer's, governments, people's POV)

              THESE ARE IEC CONNECTOR regulation, guidelines

              • Dyl on 13/09/2024 - 14:59

                @USER DC: IEC is fine, but the shutters for example not being covered without an earth pin doesn't meet UK standards. I can see exposed metal in the pictures

                I'm sure there's many other standards this power board isn't meeting, that's just a starters.

                if you want to stick to IEC, get a rack mounted IEC board with IEC-IEC cables

                • USER DC on 15/09/2024 - 02:19

                  @Dyl: My goal/intention is to get/make a Actual Universal Powerboard (with multiple Female outlets, so I can plug in appliance of any country), and with Multiple MAINS MALE PLUGS (so I can power the powerboard within any country). Not all appliances are having same IEC connector, so that is what I wanted to get around of.

                  And yeah probably wont meet some standards, but the UK ground one you mentioned is absolutely stupid regulation, (you wont find it on generally any universal plug), because to use 2 pin appliances then you gotta have a dummy ground pin inserted into plug. ( that is why you see so many stupid UK appliances having FAKE GROUND PINS to bypass this mechanism). In my opinion manufacturer's should not be forced to make a dummy ground pin (creates a false sense of security to those dumb enough, plus adds cost).

                  Main thing is that it just works, (has safety features like grounding, shutters on LIVE and Neutral, switch off/on etc). and is not a open hazard like someone like connecting 3 screwdrivers into wall and then with alligator clips.

                  One just need to correctly wire it (avoid reverse polarity issue because of stupid USA who wants opposite side of LIVE wire than entire world https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Q5wYV3flKI)

                  • Dyl on 15/09/2024 - 02:50

                    @USER DC: Fake ground pin meets standards, it's to keep kids from poking things in the (shut) live and neutral holes

                    Wouldn't a decent one that meets or near meets certifications + a standard travel adaptor work better? A travel adaptor for each country you visit is smaller than an IEC cable for each country

                  • Nom on 15/09/2024 - 12:01

                    @USER DC:

                    the UK ground one you mentioned is absolutely stupid regulation, (you wont find it on generally any universal plug), because to use 2 pin appliances then you gotta have a dummy ground pin inserted into plug. ( that is why you see so many stupid UK appliances having FAKE GROUND PINS to bypass this mechanism).

                    Erm, in a UK plug the live and neutral holes are covered by a shutter. The shutter only opens when the ground pin has something inserted.
                    This is not stupid - it's to prevent kids being able to jam things into the live socket holes !

                    Fake ground pins are not stupid - they're required for the plug to operate. Without that pin, you cannot insert the other two pins into the plug socket. The only reason they make them from plastic is because it's cheaper than making them from metal…

                    • USER DC on 16/09/2024 - 18:06

                      @Nom: yes but to actually fix that (aka have dummy ground pin), You would need to cut and rewire every single appliance you buy (which does not have 3 pin plug), which can be many (e.g. gan chargers, xbox charger, laptop chargers, mobile phone chargers, etc.).

                      2 pin plugs are most common in US, and EU (and plenty in AU too) btw.

                      So you can only have 1 thing, either that safety feature, or manually rewire (cut and rewire to a rewirable plug) every single appliance.

                      • Nom on 16/09/2024 - 19:29

                        @USER DC: Now I'm totally confused 😂

                        There is no such thing as a 2 pin plug in the UK - everything has to have the third pin, because the plug socket requires it 🤷🏼‍♂️

                        But nothing needs rewiring - you can still have an appliance with a two wire cable. The third earth pin just isn't connected to anything in that case.

                        • USER DC on 16/09/2024 - 19:57

                          @Nom:

                          Now I'm totally confused 😂

                          Yeah, I am sure whole world is confused why the F they dont make a universal electrical standard, (just like how world just doesnt wanna stop the bloody wars everywhere like in Ukraine, or Middle east etc.)

                          There is no such thing as a 2 pin plug in the UK

                          Yes, but in rest of the world there is, e.g. this very common design of Apple Macbook charger in AU, US, EU, UK

                          Xbox charging cable in AU

                          In short Yeah UK has this feature, where all plugs HAVE TO BE 3 PIN, BUT THE REST OF THE WORLD DOES NOT. so for these 2 pin plugs from NON UK regions, So if you want this dummy ground shutter feature on universal powerboards, then you gonna be getting more adaptors or rewiring plugs to a 3 pin one with No Ground pin, or do some other dodgy stuff like insert a screw driver into ground pin first then your appliance.

                          There is also an very generally assumption that 2 pin plugs are okay if the casing of appliance is not Metallic (as in it is plastic, so it cannot conduct electricity on item's surface which you touch)

  • oznik on 12/09/2024 - 19:55
    +1

    These are good for office travel, you can unplug a monitor to power the board, then plug cable from board back into the monitor

    Good for sites that have hard to reach power outlets.

  • chickentaste on 12/09/2024 - 20:05
    +4

    Unless this thing has an RCM tick mark you really shouldn't be plugging this into a wall in Australia.

  • quink on 12/09/2024 - 20:12
    +3

    There's just about a zero percent chance I will use a power strip that's not clean, has a limited amount of heat-generating devices near it, with its wire uncoiled, and all the Australian Standard accoutrements, including the tamper-resistant screws (or none at all), a real type I plug, a real and appropriate fuse, etc., etc.

    Let me put it this way… safety rules, regulations, standards… they tend to be written in blood.

  • davidl2 on 25/09/2024 - 16:24

    it's not the IEC cord that I need to worry…..it's the powerboard connectors that I am worried!

    I have one of these "multi-nations socket" powerboard…
    when I plug the Australian IEC cable into the socket, it would not sit properly!

    • USER DC on 25/09/2024 - 21:31

      I have zero issues with it, but NGL no clue what problem you are having when you say
      "
      not the IEC cord that I need to worry
      it's the powerboard connectors
      when I plug the Australian
      "
      then
      "
      IEC cable into the socket,
      would not sit properly "??

      • davidl2 on 27/09/2024 - 00:22

        the socket wouldn't hold it properly

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