Is It Normal for Power Cord Wires to Melt?
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CoolFroggy27
I recently checked my hard drives and found that the live wire connection of my power cord is a bit burnt. I'm worried about this becoming a fire hazard and want to know if switching to a C15 cable would help or could lead to more problems. My power supply is an EVGA 700 BQ, and I'm looking for advice on how to proceed safely.
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Melting wires aren’t normal! If you see that, definitely power down. It could be a faulty cable or you might be pulling too much power through it. Check if the cable gets warm while everything is running.
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Yeah, that picture doesn't look good. Clean up the pin on your power supply and consider replacing the cable. If the new cable also gets warm, there might be something that's pulling too much power.
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your cord is melting, you need to stop using it immediately. The issue could be caused by overheating, a bad connection, or a problem with the power supply itself. You should also check the condition of the wiring and outlets in your home to rule out any electrical issues there.
ConcernedHouseholder98: I'm using an extension cord for my PC that also runs my monitors and desk lamp, and it's barely long enough to reach the wall outlet. Could this be part of the problem?
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WorriedPCOwner33: I noticed that the cable was really warm before I unplugged it to check. The live pin was damaged, but the male end looks fine. Should I still be worried?