P.O. Box 306, North Branford, CT 06471  |  Mon–Fri 8am–5pm 800.243.3161  |  100% Woman-Owned · Est. 1947
Flagship Product

Retractile Power Cords

UL/CUL listed coiled power cords that extend when you need them and retract when you don't. Available in TPE, TPR, and PVC — from stock or built to your exact spec.

Coiled Cords That Work With You

Retractile cords — also called coiled cords or curly cords — are power cables manufactured in a helical coil shape. They extend to their full working length when pulled and spring back to a compact coiled state when released, keeping your workspace organized and cable-free.

Self-Retracting

Cords spring back to compact coil shape, eliminating tangles and trip hazards.

UL/CUL Listed

Every power cord is UL and CUL listed for safe commercial and industrial use.

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Custom Lengths

Stock retracted lengths from 12" to 48" with 1:5 extension ratio standard.

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Made in USA

Manufactured in North Branford, CT since 1947. Most orders ship within one day.

Autac retractile power cords in red and black coiled configurations
TPE Power Cords

Our most popular retractile power cords. TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) insulation with TPR black jacket delivers excellent flexibility, oil resistance, and durability in demanding environments.

Conductor: Soft, Bare Copper
Insulation: TPE
Jacket: TPR Black
Extension: 1:5 Ratio
Listing: UL/CUL
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TPR Power Cords

Heavy-duty retractile power cords built for higher amperage applications. Available in 16, 14, and 12 AWG with ratings up to 20 amps and 600V. Ideal for power tools, industrial equipment, and field service.

Conductor: Soft, Bare Copper
Insulation: TPE
Jacket: TPR Black
Extension: 1:5 Ratio
Listing: UL/CUL
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PVC Power Cords

Cost-effective retractile power cords with PVC insulation and jacket. Available in black or white. A reliable choice for general-purpose power applications in commercial and light industrial settings.

Conductor: Soft, Bare Copper
Insulation: PVC
Jacket: PVC Black (White available)
Extension: 1:5 Ratio
Listing: UL/CUL
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TPE Power Cords (Bare Copper)

TPE-insulated retractile power cords with a TPE jacket and bare copper conductors. These cords combine the flexibility and chemical resistance of TPE throughout, making them an excellent choice for environments requiring full thermoplastic elastomer construction.

Conductor: Soft, Bare Copper
Insulation: TPE
Jacket: TPE
Extension: 1:5 Ratio
Listing: UL/CUL
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TPE vs. PVC vs. TPR

Choosing the right material depends on your application environment. Here is a quick comparison of the three jacket and insulation materials available in our retractile power cord line.

TPE

Thermoplastic Elastomer
  • Excellent flexibility, even in cold
  • Superior oil and chemical resistance
  • UV and weather resistant
  • Lightweight and durable
  • Wide temperature range
  • RoHS compliant
Best For Industrial equipment, outdoor use, environments with oil or chemical exposure, cold storage facilities

PVC

Polyvinyl Chloride
  • Most cost-effective option
  • Good general-purpose durability
  • Flame retardant
  • Available in black and white
  • Wide AWG range (12–18)
  • High amp ratings available
Best For Office equipment, consumer electronics, medical devices, commercial appliances, budget-conscious applications

TPR

Thermoplastic Rubber
  • Rubber-like feel and flexibility
  • Excellent abrasion resistance
  • Outstanding memory and retraction
  • Heavy-gauge options (12–18 AWG)
  • Up to 600V / 20A ratings
  • Oil and solvent resistant
Best For Power tools, factory automation, field service, utility crews, heavy industrial, high-amperage equipment

Need a Custom Configuration?

We build retractile cords to order — any gauge, conductor count, length, material, color, and termination.

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Ready to Order?

Request a quote on any catalog cord, or tell us your specs and we'll build it custom. Most stock orders ship within one business day.