Comments on: Why aren’t all electrical gadgets fitted with retractable wires?

By: focus

focus — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:18:59 +0000

Space for the wire inside the gadget can be a problem. Also it would push up the cost of the item.
References :

By: Norman H

Norman H — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:59:59 +0000

for example it all depends on the power output and usage of the item, eg- a microwave cable is far more substantial(inside the core) than a toaster, and a kettle is higher than a hoover ,so they like you not to coil the cables as it could damage the cores and if used folded or coiled the cable gets hot!
References :

By: Max Power

Max Power — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:52:59 +0000

it is actually bad to wind up electrical leads while they are running, because it causes what is called induction and can make them heat up (only really happens on things that draw alot of current like heaters, toasters, and kettles. The tighter the coil the worse it is. also every time it is wrapped so tightley with spring loaded stuff, it puts stress on the cable and the connection, eventually (hardley ever happens) it will wear out. Usually only power tools and stuff get broken connections or leads, from getting handled roughly.
References :
I am a electrican

By: pepo

pepo — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:07:59 +0000

Retractable cablesw normally more expensive, therefore maybe the manufacturer is trying to reduce costs and pice
References :

By: jovibonjon1

jovibonjon1 — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:27:59 +0000

Hell it keeps electricians in work babe.
References :