Conductor Material | High-current appliances (e.g., heaters) | Industry: AWG 14 copper (15A capacity) Base: AWG 12 (▲ 20A) Advanced: AWG 10 (▲▲ 25A) | ▲ Base: Supports 20A devices (NEC compliant). ▲▲ Advanced: 25A for heavy-duty use. | Thicker cables bulkier; harder to coil. |
Plug Compatibility | International travel, multi-region use | Industry: Single plug (e.g., US) Base: Dual US/CN plugs (▲ IEC 60884-1) Advanced: Universal plug (▲▲ auto-voltage 100-240V) | ▲ Base: Works in 2+ regions. ▲▲ Advanced: Global compatibility (IEC 61558). | Bulkier plug; may require adapters for rare outlets. |
Socket Type | Pendant lighting, outdoor fixtures | Industry: Standard E26/E27 socket Base: Strain-relief design (▲ prevents pull-out) Advanced: Weatherproof IP65 socket (▲▲ IEC 60529) | ▲ Base: Reduces socket detachment risks. ▲▲ Advanced: Safe for outdoor use (rain/dust resistance). | Advanced version 30% costlier. |
Safety Certifications | Commercial/industrial installations | Industry: IEC 60884-1 Base: IEC + CSA (▲ North American compliance) Advanced: UL/CE/RoHS (▲▲ global standards) | ▲ Base: Meets US/Canada safety norms. ▲▲ Advanced: Approved for EU and global markets. | Higher cost for certifications. |
Durability | Industrial settings, frequent bending | Industry: 5,000 bend cycles (IEC 60243-1) Base: 10,000 cycles (▲ 2x lifespan) Advanced: 15,000 cycles (▲▲ 3x lifespan) | ▲ Base: 2x more flexible. ▲▲ Advanced: Withstands heavy-duty use. | Heavier cables; less portable. |
Built-in Switch | Home/office lighting control | Industry: No switch Base: Toggle switch (▲ silent operation) Advanced: Touch-sensitive LED (▲▲ IP44 water-resistant) | ▲ Base: Easy on/off control. ▲▲ Advanced: Silent touch + moisture resistance. | Advanced features add complexity/cost. |