Karl BaronAug 8, 2023

Here's your periodic reminder about how cursed Japanese wiring is.

This is an official, standard Apple power cable that shipped with a MacBook.

#Japan #ElectricalSafety #mb

Show threadKarl BaronAug 8, 2023
In case you're curious how you connect that to the wall...
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Bouns Round: This power strip, made by a reputable Japanese company, sold at brick and mortar electronics stores, and with PSE (product safety electrical) marking
Show threadKarl BaronAug 8, 2023

And you can be sure this is not some design mistake, it is literally advertised for this purpose!

They’re still for sale, totally legally. Apparently they’ve been so popular that since I bought mine, they’ve also introduced a range with built-in USB ports! https://www.sanwa.co.jp/product/syohin?code=TAP-SLIMSW8-1

TAP-SLIMSW8-1【スリムタップ（2P・8個口・1m）】一括集中スイッチ付き、3Pプラグも差し込めるスリムタイプのマグネット付きタップ。2P・8個口・1m。 | サンワサプライ株式会社

TAP-SLIMSW8-1【スリムタップ（2P・8個口・1m）】一括集中スイッチ付き、3Pプラグも差し込めるスリムタイプのマグネット付きタップ。2P・8個口・1m。

Show threadKarl BaronAug 9, 2023

I recalled a few more fantastically handy Japanese power strips

#Japan #ElectricalSafety

Show threadsickAug 9, 2023
@kalleboo Uno momento. I've never seen anything like this. Can you just plug in anywhere on those track like lines????
Show threadKarl Baron
@sick Yep! Slide it back and forth like a madman
Aug 9, 2023 at 3:53pmWeb
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@kalleboo
Show threadCadbury MooseSep 17, 2023

@kalleboo @sick

I was thinking of a different last word (beginning with 'w').

I don't know about the design, but the _designer_ should definitely be certified. 3:O(>