The most important aspect of finding power cable providers is ensuring the products you buy are certified cables that meet all safety standards. Safety should always be your top priority no matter the type of industry in which you work. Start by shopping general cable manufacturing companies. Most have a wide range of power cables to meet the needs of industries from computers to manufacturing.

When you purchase power cables online, make sure they meet the specifications set by the federal and state governments as well as your local safety commissions. Look for specialty products when you need power cables for jobs that require a higher standard of cable. Mining, oil-related industries and other rough-environment locations require special power cables that will withstand the elements.

1. Search for job-specific cables for high-performance needs.

2. Find universal power cables at general cable manufacturer websites.

3. Keep safety in mind when ordering any power cables. Make sure the cable you order will handle the load your equipment needs.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find industrial, multi-purpose and computer power cables

Shop online for power cords for computers or other electronics. Find power cables with the voltage and load-requirements you need. If you don't know what kind of cables you need, speak to customer service or sales representatives with the cable manufacturer. Representatives can help you choose the perfect power cables for any industrial or electronic equipment you have.

I recommend: General Cable and Wes Bell Electronics Incorporated are both providers of power cables with industrial jobs in mind. Look for low, medium or high voltage cables to meet your specifications. Get computer power cables from Cables To Go.

Search for specialty power cables from job-exclusive cable manufacturers

Look for specialty power cable companies that sell solar power cords, welding and mining cables, or oil, gas or marine cables for offshore drilling. Whatever your cable needs, there is a manufacturer producing cable to meet them.

I recommend: Northern Arizona Wind and Sun sells power cables designed specifically for solar power operations. Get welding power cables fro the Welding Depot. Find job-specific cables for mining, oil, water and more from AmerCable. Contact Draka Cableteq for any offshore power cable needs.

Order flexible or custom-designed power cable

Order flexible power cable in custom lengths, reels and sizes so you don't have to waste the extra cable that's not quite enough on a reel. Save the company time and money by having the cable made to your specifications. If you can't find the specific power cables you're looking for, consider custom ordering cable from a manufacturer that can fabricate a cable for your needs.

I recommend: Get custom cut, stripped and reeled power cables for sale from Philatron International. Order extra-flexible power supply cable from Cobra Wire and Cable, Inc.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Look for power cable suppliers that guarantee a fast turn-around with product guarantee on industrial strength cable orders.