I have a Voltec three way adapter, it converts a 5-15 plug into a (3) 5-15 receptacles. Is it safe to use this adapter at either end of the extension cord? So three way adapter to extension cords then tools or extension cord to three way adapter then tools.
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Best Answer
It really depends what you're powering
Three cell phone chargers, you're gonna be fine. But a table saw and a dust collector, ain't gonna happen.
The power-factor-corrected loads (i.e. Their VA not their watts) need to be added up. They need to be within the capacity of the circuit (15A=1800VA intermittent, or 12A=1440VA continuous). You should be fine if so.
Otherwise expect burnt and damaged splitters, and/or a breaker trip, depending on luck.