Extension cord reels?

[jbrumberg]

Are there any decent 12/3 extension cord reels that work that do not cost a small fortune?

 

[bcp]

I've gone to these for economy, simplicity, and reliability.



Bruce

 

[KennyG]

Depends on how long of cord you are using, but I've been using these find them very convenient.

Set of 4 Extension Cord Wraps 17-1/2" Length, Each Hold Up To 15 Feet - Black Duck Brand - - Amazon.com

 

[lostcreekranch]

Jay, I’ve been very pleased with this one from Northern Tool.

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200665711_200665711

It’s 12/3 cord but, NT does have one with 16/3 wire.

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200660256_200660256

I’ve also got a Rockler cord reel in different part of shop. It’s 12/3 but cord only extends about 35’.

12-Gauge Retractable Extension Cord Reel | Rockler Woodworking and Hardware

All depends on your needs.

 

[jbrumberg]

Bruce- Those reels work great on my 16/3 cords.

Kenny- I have 60' of 12/3 cord.

Rick- I do not need a retracting reel. I wish that I had a need for one .

My intended use is for better cord management and the ability to take the cord to my tractor for the preheaters.

 

[bcp]

All of mine (5-6 or so) have 12/3 cords on them. I just added another a few days ago. 50ft 12/3 still a little kinky from the oval packaging. No problem. Some have 80ft 12/3, which fills it to the rim.

Bruce

 

[newbury]

I use what bruce posted for my favorites and what kenny posted for my "cheap wraps".

 

[lostcreekranch]

Bruce- Those reels work great on my 16/3 cords.

Kenny- I have 60' of 12/3 cord.

Rick- I do not need a retracting reel. I wish that I had a need for one .

My intended use is for better cord management and the ability to take the cord to my tractor for the preheaters.

Ok, then I agree with the reels Bruce uses for your application.

I’ve got a couple of those too.

 

[chevy791979]

I use Wonder winders. Menards carries them.

 

[Bird]

I've gone to these for economy, simplicity, and reliability.

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Bruce

Me, too. I've got 3 of them.