When you went to buy a new clothes dryer and were surprised to find out that you had to pay extra for a cord, you are not alone. This is one of the more peculiar arrangements in the retail world as this is the only product that requires electricity to work, yet it doesn't come standard with a cord to plug it in. Whatever the reason may be, it is one of those little annoying things in life that do not make sense but that is just the way it works. This means that you have to find a dryer cord that will work with your model and fit into the receptacle at your home. Because there are different types of receptacles it is important that you know what type you have at home before purchasing a dryer cord for your new dryer or a dryer cord replacement for your existing model. You can read more below about the different types of cords and what to look for when buying one.
One manufacturer that makes several different dryer cord models is Nu-Set and you can find their website at http://www.nuset.com/electric-cords-dryer-srdt-c-21_22.html At Nu-Set they have a wide variety of products available which include everything from an electric dryer cord to door knob sets and everything in between. When it comes to dryer cord replacement you simply need to identify whether your home has a 4 prong outlet or a 3 prong outlet and purchase a cord that matches. All homes that were built after 1996 required a 4 prong model receptacle to be installed, so if your home is fairly new this is the type you will likely have. Also, if you have an older home that has had extensive electrical work done in the recent past you will probably have a 4 prong receptacle. These were deemed to be a better, safer design and that is why it is required in new homes now. However, the 3 prong models will work just fine and you shouldn't have anything to worry about using either type of cord.
Because of the heavy gauge wires used to handle the large amount of power required by a clothes dryer , these cords can be quite expensive. That is why you will find that most are quite short in length, usually between 4-6 feet. This is due to the fact that if a longer cord were made it would be quite expensive, especially with the price of copper today. If you go to the website above for Nu-Set you will find that they have several different dryer cord models in both 3 prong and 4 prong layouts. All of the cords they carry are rated for 30 amp continuous operation, which is adequate for all residential model dryers. This is a substantial amount of power and no conventional model will ever exceed this capacity.
If you are going to purchase a new dryer and are wondering what type of dryer cord to buy for your new unit, simply visit the Nu-Set website listed above to find the model that is right for your home. Most models at this site are available in lengths between 4-6 feet, which should be plenty long as your dryer receptacle should be located directly behind the space where your dryer sits.
If you have used the same clothes dryer for many years and are just now getting around to replacing yours with a new model, you might be surprised to find that there are different requirements for hooking up your new dryer than you had for your last one. Often, new dryers don’t include the hookups that are needed and you may be left looking for the right one before you can get your clothes dryer up and running again. At Nuset, we try to provide you with the assortment of products that will make it easier for you to keep using the appliances that you rely on every day. Our wide selection of dryer cords means that you don’t have to do the searching when your dryer has to be replaced.
Not all cords are the same and you will need to know what your requirements are when you are searching for one that goes with your new machine. Our 3-wire dryer cord is a 30 AMP cord with a length of 4’ to 6’. The AWG is 10/3 and it features a ring shaped terminal. The type of terminal is an important consideration when determining which dryer cord is the right one for your existing outlet. While you can change the outlet style, it is simpler to get a cord that has the type of plug that your last dryer was equipped with. When measuring for the length of dryer cord you need, you will want to considerhow far is the dryer from a power source and how much space you need to reserve for you to stand between the dryer and the power outlet should you need to plug and unplug the dryer. The length of dryer cord you select should allow you to pull the dryer from the wall before you can access it to unplug it. The dryer cord should be longer than the narrow space between the back of the dryer and the wall outlet.
We also have 30 AMP dryer cords that have the spade configuration on the plug. To determine which you need, look at the outlet where your dryer will be plugged and compare the configuration to that listed on this site with each product. There is no minimum order for our cords. We do offer special discounts for electric appliance manufacturers, wholesalers, and housing development companies who purchase large quantity of dryer cords or other electric cords. Both of our 3 wire 30 AMP cords come in a carton of 24 pieces and can be purchased in lengths of 4’ or 6’. The strain relief is included.
If you need a dryer cord with 4 wires for your dryer, our 30 AMP cord is available in the ring or spade configuration as well. Choose from the 4’ or 6’ length. The 4 wire cord has an AWG of 10/4and the relief is included with it. Both the spade and ring configurations are in black and are available in cartons of 24 pieces.
In addition to purchasing one of our cords for your new dryer, there may be an occasion when your cord for your existing dryer will have to be replaced. Sometimes damage can occur and the dryer will not be safe to operate until the cord has been replaced. When that happens, you will need to find out whether your old cord had 3 or 4 prongs and purchase a cord that has the same number. Those models that are newer will have 4 prongs on them while some older models are still equipped with a 3 prong cord.
Having a dryer cord that is damage-free and appropriate for your dryer is essential in order to operate your dryer safely. Investing in a good quality dryer cord helps to enhance the durability of your dryer, not to mention the important aspect of preventing fire-hazard. It handles a great deal of power and requires specific sizes and strengths of wire in order to do so properly. Never use electrical or other types of tape to wrap the cord to your dryer and just “let it go”. Getting the right dryer cord for your appliance is easy at Nuset and you can ensure that your home is safe when you are doing laundry. Also, purchasing the cord from us can be a better and more affordable option than you will get than when you purchase it from the appliance store.
