Introduction to the Type of Nema Cords Used for Lighting Fixtures
For all those who are unaware, “NEMA” is an abbreviation of National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association. It is an association of electrical equipment and medical imaging manufacturers and its mission is to build and promote safe electrical standards as well as products. If a plug is labelled “NEMA”, you can consider it to be an industry standard for safety. NEMA offers a wide array of plugs. But when it comes to lighting fixtures for industrial and commercial purposes, there are several confusions as to which type of NEMA power Cord should be used for what purpose.The basic functionality of these power plugs is to ensure proper connection for different electrical equipment and curb the risk of accidents. This article will acquaint you with the most commonly used NEMA power plugs which connect lighting fixtures to the receptacles. These power plugs are covered by ANSI/NEMA WD-6 standard which is set by National Electrical Manufacturers Association, abbreviated as NEMA. Specif...