Extension for this cable

[OldKettle]

Hi,
I am trying to find an extension for this lawnmower cable. Pics at the bottom of this post.

The cable is approx 10 metres long and I want to get an extension of another 10-20 metres.

I currently use the cable plugged into an extension reel, which requires regular re-positioning.

I suppose I could just use a single gang, standard extension, plugged into the reel, and I could then plug the existing cable into that. Something like this:



But was hoping to get something more like this:



Can anybody please advise on the best solution and/or please tell me what the designation of the socket is so that I can search for cable?

The lawnmower is this one, which is 1800W.

ELM4621X - Electric Lawn Mower 46cm

Product

makitauk.com

Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

 

[ericmark]

The lawn mower plugs and sockets are available but in the main you need to make them up yourself, seen very few ready made, the plug and socket you show is reversible German and not permitted in the UK because it can be reversed, not that it would matter for a lawn mower.

Since the lawn mower is double insulated it only need two core cable, so making up a special will be lighter than standard three core, but from link I don't know what plug and socket already used, maybe you can post a picture.

 

[OldKettle]

Thanks @ericmark. The pictures at the bottom of the original post are of the existing cable and here is a picture of the plug on the lawnmower and the socket on the existing cable.

 

[EFLImpudence]

You have a European lead for some reason.

Search for "Schuko extension cord" on Amazon.de.

For example:

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Brandson-Extension-extension-protective-electrical/dp/B08JMD2391/ref=sr_1_21?crid=PWA75MA2PBVQ&keywords=schuko%2Bverl%C3%A4ngerungskabel&qid=1656441995&sprefix=schuko%2Bextension%2B%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-21&th=1

Make sure you buy one with an earth wire, i.e. 3 core, even though you may not need it.

As long as you have a UK plug at the beginning of your existing lead the reversible non-polarised European lead will not matter.

 

[OldKettle]

Thanks @EFLImpudence. I found this one on the UK site. Does it look OK?

EMOS 25m Extension Cable with 2 Schuko Sockets Double Extension 2 Protective Contact Sockets Rubber Cable for Outdoor Use IP44 H07RR-F3G 1.5mm2: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy EMOS 25m Extension Cable with 2 Schuko Sockets Double Extension 2 Protective Contact Sockets Rubber Cable for Outdoor Use IP44 H07RR-F3G 1.5mm2 at Amazon UK.

www.amazon.co.uk

It has double sockets, but that won't be a problem, and is 5 metres longer than the single socket version.

It's 3 core and 1.5mm.

Extension Cord 25 m / 2 socket / black / rubber / 250 V / 1.5 mm2 EN | EMOS

We specialize in the sale of small electrical goods under the GP and EMOS brands.

en.b2b.emos.cz

As I mentioned earlier the mower is 1800W (~8A I think), so I think the 1.5mm will be OK.

I plan to daisy chain it with the supplied 10 metre cable for a total of 35 metres. Is that OK?

 

[Deryck Tintagel]

Is there any reason not to replace the European plug with a standard 13A UK plug? You could then just use a standard lead that could be used for anything

 

[SUNRAY]

Is there any reason not to replace the European plug with a standard 13A UK plug? You could then just use a standard lead that could be used for anything

I think the plug on the mower is likely to be moulded into the handle. Or that's my experience of several recent machines.

 

[Deryck Tintagel]

I think the plug on the mower is likely to be moulded into the handle. Or that's my experience of several recent machines.

Ah! I see the 2-pin is on a short lead attached to the mower - I was thinking along the lines of ericmark's suggestion at the mower end and the plug at the end of the lead. I have seen a German mower where the 2-pin socket plugs directly into the mower and the other end of the lead had a 13A plug.

So, there is a 2-pin plug permanently attached to the mower, with a 2-pin socket on the end of a lead that connects to the mower at one end and the mains at the other.

Still, if the existing lead has a 13A plug (earlier photo?) why not just use a standard extension lead? Perhaps @OldKettle can confirm what is on the lead plugged into the mains? I suspect that this would be easier and cheaper than buying something from Germany.

 

[OldKettle]

Hi. Yes the two pin plug is on the mower. I have been using the 10 metre Schuko lead (which has the 13A plug) plugged into an extension reel, but I had to keep moving that reel all the time when mowing. I was considering just buying a standard long single gang extension, but then that would have been dragging on the lawn, so really wanted something that I could plug into the "Schuko" socket (thanks to EFL for providing the name) so all of the conductors are shielded when on the lawn, would move more smoothly over the surface and probably less likely to be pulled loose.

 

[SUNRAY]

CONTINENTAL 230 VOLT SOCKET COUPLER inline schuko mains hookup European socket | eBay

It must only be used where it complies with the regulations in that country. Safety is most important! This connector can reverse Live and Neutral! We would always appreciate the opportunity to put things right if there is a problem of any kind.

www.ebay.co.uk

length of 1mm² 3 core cable as required, say 25m; https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/114860824290?hash=item1abe3d16e2:g:BAwAAOSwNPldbaVs

13A plug