1970s mains connector

[Andrew Holme]

What is this type of mains power socket called and where can I get a mating
cable / plug?

http://www.holmea.demon.co.uk/Misc/Power.jpg

TIA

 

[Andrew Holme]

You haven't included a ruler in your picture, so it is not possible to
judge precise dimensions

The fixing centres of the mounting holes are 1.5 inches apart.

 

[Fred Abse]

What is this type of mains power socket called and where can I get a mating
cable / plug?

http://www.holmea.demon.co.uk/Misc/Power.jpg

TIA

Sphere Research have molded line cords to fit:

http://www.sphere.bc.ca/test/cables.html

A bit expensive at 19 bucks each


Mouser have them cheaper. and will ship to the UK, where I think you are.
Priced at UKP 6.71

Volex Part No.17952 8 B1

Mouser Part No. 686-17952

21 in stock


If you plan to substitute a UK plug for the NEMA one, be aware that North
American color coding is:

Black: Live
White: Neutral
Green: Ground

I've known Brits get confused with this.

 

[Jamie]

What is this type of mains power socket called and where can I get a mating
cable / plug?

http://www.holmea.demon.co.uk/Misc/Power.jpg

TIA

Yes, you need the old style power cord..
I have a few around the shop for the old crap I still have.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390061156608

Google "Old style power cords"

 

[krw]

It's proprietary. Break the pins off, and solder a line cord directly
to the board. And take it to sci.electronics.repair unless you're
planing on making a new product.

No, it's not proprietary. It was a standard chassis mount line
connector in the '60s and '70s, before what is now known as the IEC
connector. I have no idea what it was called though.

 

[Andrew Holme]

Sphere Research have molded line cords to fit:

http://www.sphere.bc.ca/test/cables.html

A bit expensive at 19 bucks each


Mouser have them cheaper. and will ship to the UK, where I think you are.
Priced at UKP 6.71

Volex Part No.17952 8 B1

Mouser Part No. 686-17952

21 in stock


If you plan to substitute a UK plug for the NEMA one, be aware that North
American color coding is:

Black: Live
White: Neutral
Green: Ground

I've known Brits get confused with this.

Great, thanks. I've ordered one.

 

[JosephKK]

What is this type of mains power socket called and where can I get a mating
cable / plug?

http://www.holmea.demon.co.uk/Misc/Power.jpg

TIA

Back in the day i called that a "Bell & Howell" cord. I have no idea if this will help.