Coxreels PC10-3012-A Compact Power Cord Reel, PC10 Series 12/3 x 30’ Single INDL - Space-Saving Design with Easy-Access Cover and Spring Motor - Heavy-Duty Steel Construction, Made in the USA, Blue

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Great product

I bought the PC10 3012-B direct from COX several years ago for my garage shop. The power tools I have all pull 15 amps so the 20 AMP model is essential, to avoid tripping a 15 amp breaker. At the time, Amazon and the big box stores only carried light weight reels, that didn't look as though they would last. The COX PC10 is an industrial weight real that didn't cost an arm and a leg. I installed the PC10 overhead near the center of the shop area and is in easy reach to all areas of the shop. The existing outlets were installed on the walls of the shop area and limited where I could place my portable power tools. This is a great addition to my shop. Works really well.

I love this reel, but had to replace my A/C receptacle to one that would accept a plug with one vertical blade and one horizontal blade, which is NOT what is shown in the photo of the item on Amazon. This is a robust and well-built unit, and the only reasons I give 4 instead of 5 stars is (1) this plug issue and (2) its high cost.

Returning, it's a $310 retractable reel with questionable powers of retraction. I have used the PC 17 series for years: Honestly the extra $40-50 brings orders of magnitude better quality, more versatile mounting options and a much strong spring "motor". I love Cox (I know, I just said I love Cox...let it go) products, use their reels in many applications and being an AZ boy wish them nothing but the best...this one is a bit of a let down

The product did not show up with the female plug. It is good quality and I like to keep it but need the missing part.

We had bought 3 reels , the spring tension is not that great and the wiring on two units were pulled out of the connectors, I had to open up and fix them.