jeremyworkman46 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Anyone know the cheapest place or type of cords to use. I have seven LOR controllers, so I need several cords of all lengths. The cheapest I find around here is Big Lots, 20 foot for $6 outdoor extension cord. I don't know if I'm handy enough to make any, so I'd like to buy pre-made cords, but could make them if it's a lot cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CooBeans Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 I was looking around, and the best deal per foot Ive found, I our target sells 40' 16 gauge 13 amp cords for 9.99 also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pursel Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 There should be some sales coming up soon. But I know it's getting close to startup. I do a lot of price shopping and Meynards (if your near any) typically will have some very good prices. I made the leap to SPT2 wire and matching SPT2 vampire plugs. SPT2 wire has heavier insulation than SPT1. They are EASY to make if you have any dexterity at all. You can make them any length you need. The cheapest way to buy wire is by the 1000' roll. I guarantee you, you will use it all. If not this year, next year. If you have seven controllers your going to save a lot of money in lieu of extension cords. And weight as well. As with extention cords watch your amperage (the number of lights you put on a single circuit). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan.a Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 check flea markets, the guy with all the boxes in a row always sell them. I bought 50' 16-3 for 5 bucks.they also have male and female plugs to replace ends, for a buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
columbus27 Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 I also get mine from Meynards. They have green and light brown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubado Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 Menards has a sale, started today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Saul Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 Menards has 6' for .94, if you have a dollar tree near you the are $1 for 6 footers.Home Depot has a 3 pack, 6,9,15 for $4.88 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallleyes Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 Menards sale started today.6 footer is 96 cents 9 footer is $1.39 15 footer is $1.99.Green,brown or white. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremyworkman46 Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 Do you guys use the indoor cords on sale at Menard's for your outdoor display? Is that safe? I've been looking at the heavy duty outdoor orange cords. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubado Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 jeremyworkman46 wrote:Do you guys use the indoor cords on sale at Menard's for your outdoor display? Is that safe? I've been looking at the heavy duty outdoor orange cords. Yes, A lot of us use them. Green ones supposedly has UV protection and I think another color does too. I use all colors, mostly green. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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