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juancn 2 hours ago

Regulations make detachable cords of electric kitchen appliances hard.

Most need double isolation and water-proofing, hence not detachable.

It could probably be done, but it likely needs a different type of connector, akin to M12/M8

avidiax 35 minutes ago | parent | next [-]

Also product liability. If you give a domestic hair dryer a 12 ft cord, someone will use it in the shower.

If you give an insta-pot a 6 ft cord, someone will drape it off the counter and a child will pull it.

UL standards actually limit cable length for many appliances.

https://www.intertek.com/standards-updates/ul-1026-electrica...

Xylakant 2 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

My Ankarsrum Assistent mixer has a detachable power cord with a standard C13 connector.

It seems to be possible, but it’s likely cheaper to have fixed connectors.