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How to Judge Whether the Power Cord Can be Used Safely?

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First, you can check whether the power cord has the safety certificate of eligibility. To obtain the certificate, the product needs to pass the strict physical and chemical tests of the safety standard. Only the product pass the tests can obtain the certificate.
Next, you can check the appearance of the power cord, focusing on three parts:

  • MARK: Regardless of the plug or the wire, a clear mark of the approvals are required. This is also the most direct way to judge whether the power cord meets safety standards.
  • METAL: The metal in the power cord need to show metallic luster. If it is black or foggy, it is very likely that the metal has been oxidized and cannot be used.
  • INSULATION: It can be judged based on smooth, tight surface, no roughness, and toughness when bending.