Editing Extension cord (section)

== Variations ==
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[[File:Extensioncord.jpg|thumb|right|A power strip with power indicator and individual [[switch]]es for each socket (UK)]]
A [[power strip]] is a block on the end of a power cable with a number of sockets (usually 3 or more), often arranged in a line. This term is also used to refer to the whole unit of a short extension cord terminating in a power strip.

A removable [[power cord]] is similar but much shorter, and is designed to connect an appliance to a mains outlet. The female end mates with an [[appliance inlet]].