Skip the middleman in the big box stores who is choosing the bulb style and color of your Christmas light strings and purchase the style of cord used by professionals across the country to outline roofs and walkways.
This white C9 (E17) spool is part of our collection of cords used to make traditional C9 Christmas light strings featuring E17 (intermediate) sockets spaced 9 inches apart. (That's our most popular spacing.)
This cord is constructed using commercial-grade 18 AWG wire with SPT-1 insulation. Rated at 10 amps and wired in parallel, this spool can be cut to fit your project.
You'll need 666 bulbs to fill every socket in this cord. Cord must be cut to limitations based on light line burnout and your breaker ratings. We suggest that you purchase 10% overage for glass bulb installation.
Don't forget that these cords are not only for Christmas. Fill them with G40 or G50 glass or LED bulbs all year long for parties and special events.
These cords are rated and warranteed for 90 days of normal seasonal use.
Required additional materials:
Customers for this cord include:
- retail stores
- ranches along rooflines and walkways
- hospitals
- Parks and Recreation Departments
- schools and colleges
- malls
- your neighbor who loves his Christmas lights
- restaurants
Ways we've seen this cord installed
- outlining large estates
- inside and outside malls
- outlining windows in Vail, Co
Common sense electrical precautions
Do not install more than 250 continuous feet of this Christmas light spool regardless of bulb type. Even if you are using LED bulbs, do not exceed 250 feet in a single string/run of cord. That is the line-limit specification of 18 AWG wire. If you are using incandescent bulbs, your maximum run is determined by the wattage of your bulbs. Do not exceed 1000 watts for a normal household breaker.
Do not exceed 80% of the current rating for your breaker or a max of 10 amps for any run of light or combination of lights. Consult with a master electrician for verification of all electrical figures.
Never strip this cord and wire-nut the end wires together. Ever. Don't ask us why we have to tell you this. Just ask an electrician if you have any questions about installation. We're sorry we have to mention this.
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Specifications
Do not install more than 250 continuous feet of this Christmas light spool regardless of bulb type. Even if you are using LED bulbs, do not exceed 250 feet in a single string/run of cord.
Do not exceed current rating for your breaker or a max of 10 amps for any run of light. Consult with a master electrician for verification of these figures.
These bulk spools are shipped without bulbs - see our
full line of C9 Bulbs. Please consult with a licensed electrician for assistance with installation.
| Total Length | 500 feet | Insulation Rating | SPT-1 |
| Color of Wire and Sockets | White | Wire Gauge | 18 AWG |
| Number of Sockets | 666 | Lead Wire | N/A |
| Socket Type | C9, E17, Intermediate | Tail Wire | N/A |
| Socket Spacing | 9 inches | Voltage | 120 V |
| Lit Length | 499 feet 3 inches | Purchase Separately | Incandescent or LED C9 Bulbs, Plugs (not included) |
| Maximum Cut Length | 250 feet | Bulbs Included | No |
| Material | PVC and Copper | Warranty | 90 Days of Normal Seasonal Use |
| Fuse Rating | 10 Amp | Additional Info | 2 Weep Holes on Bottom of Socket |
| Usage | Indoor/Outdoor | Additional Info | Make custom Christmas light cords by cutting to fit |
| Ratings | CSA Rated Materials | Additional Info | Neither Male nor Female Plugs Included |
For CA Residents: Prop 65 Notice
For more information
What is the difference between SPT-1 and SPT-2? Make sure your cord and plugs match!
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What is the difference between C7 and C9 bulbs? C7 bulbs are about 1.5" tall C9 bulbs are roughly 2.25" tall.
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Warranty and returns
Please test your lights when you receive them! Everyone is happier when we resolve issues quickly.
Warranty. Our warranty for all our products is 90 days of normal, seasonal use. If a product is defective or fails during the 90 days following receipt of your order, please contact us right away. We will work with you to troubleshoot the problem, and if the issue is not easily and quickly resolved, we will ll correct the situation.
Returns. You can return eligible products when you contact us within 14 days of receiving an order to let us know you are returning items from your order. We will provide you with addressing instructions. Customer is responsible for return shipping.
Eligible products have not been installed and are in their original packaging in like-new condition. If returned products are received within 45 days of receiving your order, there is no restocking fee. After 45 days, a 15% restocking fee will be deducted from your merchandise credit. No returns accepted after 60 days.
Upon receipt of your return, your account will be credited for the cost of the products. Shipping charges are not credited.
See our complete Shipping, Warranty, and Returns Policy for return instructions and additional information.
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