Best Buy essentials™ - 6’ 16ga Indoor/Outdoor Extension Power Cord - Black

I find this very useful and effective, really helps charge my computer while being in the middle of the room. So great I bought 2 of them.

This 6' indoor/outdoor extension cord is a fantastic general use extension cord that is backed by Best Buy and a 1 year warranty. The Specs: This cord is rated for 13A, 125V, and 1625W - which will handle most home application indoor and outdoor. The gauge is 16AWG and it is grounded (3-prong). My Use Case: Personally, I needed an extension cord for my robot mower's charging station in my back yard. I have tons of ugly orange outdoor extension cords that I use around my yard but I needed something more discrete and more of a "purpose built" size so I didn't have to worry about hiding 20' of extra cord. The size was ideal for my application and the black is subtle and blends better with its surroundings. Would a Recommend? Absolutely. Do note that even though it is advertised for outdoor use, the warning on the cable itself does state to keep it away from water and not to use it when wet. For my application, I won't have to worry because it will be out of the weather where it is located but do keep these warnings in mind if you choose to use it outdoors.

[Employee of bestbuy] The Best Buy essentials™ 6’ 16‑gauge Indoor/Outdoor Extension Power Cord is a dependable option for everyday use. Its 6‑foot length provides just enough reach for most setups, while the 16‑gauge wire ensures safe power delivery for small appliances, tools, or electronics. The indoor/outdoor rating adds versatility, making it suitable for both household tasks and light outdoor use. The black jacket is flexible yet durable, and the connectors feel secure. While it’s not heavy‑duty enough for high‑power equipment, it’s perfect for general use where a short, reliable extension cord is needed.

The 6’ extension cord from Best Buy essentials is a great product that delivers on everything advertised. The product is very straight forward. The extension cord comes wrapped in a circle, with the package wrapped around it. It’s easy to open and even easier to use. The extension cord is glossy black, with hard rubber male and female plugs on each end. The glossy black gives it a nice appeal and is a much-welcomed change from the neon orange cords I previously owned. The extension cord is actually a little longer than 6’ which is great because it gives me a little extra length to reach my outlets. The Extension cord is rated for both indoor and outdoor use. It has 3 prongs and is grounded for electrical safety. The cord has a tight grip when plugging other cords into it, making the connection snug and keeps it from falling out. This extension cord works great for giving that extra length needed when the power outlet is just out of range. Overall, the Best Buy essentials 6’ extension cord is a perfect choice for anyone looking for good quality and affordable extension cord, and I highly recommend it.

This cord looks way more substantial than typical lamp cord and reassures you that it ought to be able to handle just about any load that your electronics could draw. I understand that a 16 AWG wire like this one is rated for 13 amps. It is big and relatively thick. When you look for extension cords, you are usually relegated to cords that look just like the cords that run to your table lamps. This grounded cord makes the typical offering look, shall we say, lacking. I placed this cord into service feeling that it is probably going to last my lifetime, and I truly mean that. I have it placed in a console which houses my UPS, and I use this cord as an extension from the mains to my UPS. Multiple devices are attached to that UPS: My television, my cable modem, several different kinds of streaming devices, two networked TV tuners, a computer, and a Blu-Ray/DVD player. I have no doubt that this extension will be able to handle the current draw from those devices with it's hands tied behind its back! It is durable and reassuring and I highly recommend it.