Figure 8 mains input plug

[John]

I want to put my stereo in a bookcase but the plug on the back makes it too deep. Last resort will be to cut a hole!

Is there a 90 degree cranked version of this typical mains lead plug?

[Adrian C]

Yup, IEC 60320 C7 right angle

and search for Product No.: CB-8-3M

[Adrian C]

And then have a fit at their shipping costs! Ho hum ... :-(

[Owain]

Right-angle IEC 'kettle' style plugs are available if you could change the inlet to that type, or could you replace the plug inlet with a securely anchored flex.

Owain

[Frank Erskine]

On Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:36:03 +0100, "John" had this to say:

Would cutting a hole be a real problem? Or moving the 'stereo' forward a couple of inches? I've never seen a 'stereotypical' mains plug, although you can get right-angle IEC and Bulgin 'plugs'. Remember the output plugs too - few of these are right-angle either.

Personally I think I'd rather keep books in a bookcase and have separate accommodation for non-book things.

If you have to keep audio stuff in a bookcase it would be better to cut the whole back away to allow proper ventilation (and connection of other items, speakers, and so on).

[Malcolm]

They look like they are the two different riht angles (wide direction and narrow direction)

[NT]

Just fit a flex, losing the socket.

NT

[John]

Just fit a flex, losing the socket.

NT

It is (will be when it arrives) be new so I don't want to risk the warranty.