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If IKEA decides to discontinue these cables all together, it means you'll likely have to throw out the entire system if said cable breaks for whatever reason. | If IKEA decides to discontinue these cables all together, it means you'll likely have to throw out the entire system if said cable breaks for whatever reason. | ||
This issue could have easily been prevented by using a more standard connector like the C13 which can readily be obtained from a variety of sources and is highly unlikely to be discontinued. | This issue could have easily been prevented by using a more standard connector like the C13 which can readily be obtained from a variety of sources and is highly unlikely to be discontinued. | ||
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IKEA ÅSKVÄDER
| Basic Information | |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2021(?) |
| Product Type | Powerstrip |
| In Production | Yes |
| Official Website | |
IKEA ÅSKVÄDER is a modular powerstrip.[1]
Consumer impact summary
ÅSKVÄDER uses a proprietary connector between modules and the "regular" wall outlet but the cable with Schuko to this proprietary connector has proven to be a major challenge to obtain. If IKEA decides to discontinue these cables all together, it means you'll likely have to throw out the entire system if said cable breaks for whatever reason. This issue could have easily been prevented by using a more standard connector like the C13 which can readily be obtained from a variety of sources and is highly unlikely to be discontinued.
See also
Link to relevant theme articles or products with similar incidents.