Change in regulation for extension cords?

[bbz404]

I just came back from HomePro and noticed that all extension cords now only come in simple hybrid form (US + Europe) and not full hybrid (US + EU + UK). Also, the price of the cheapest cords has been increased significantly (frankly, it does seem the quality has improved as well). But they all start around 350-400 Baht minimum. That is a big expense for a minimum daily wage worker.

 

Also, I'm sad to see the full hybrid go as they were incredibly practical in that I never needed to ask myself whether my few UK plugs from Singapore would fit. Now, I need another adapter.

Anybody aware of a recent change in regulation that led to this?

[bankruatsteve]

Not aware of anything new.  I have noticed that (most?) extension cords now have 3-prong plugs and even a ground connected.  All that extra copper might explain the price increase.  ????  We even got a new sukiyaki pot the other day with a 3-prong plug!!  It could be the mfg that are seeing the light?

[RideJocky]

I like when the receptacles are grounded but the the plugs aren’t.

Yes I still sells the cheap cords...


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[trd]

It is now mandatory on new house builds to have an earth grounding system with earthing on all electrical sockets. About time. I suppose that's why extension leads are changing to conform to that new rule.