ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap - Revision history

PowerPig at 17:41, 30 September 2026

2026-09-30T17:41:43Z

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	The unit is documented by the OldSurge Archive as an example of a consumer-grade relocatable power tap intended for general household and office power distribution.		The unit is documented by the OldSurge Archive as an example of a consumer-grade relocatable power tap intended for general household and office power distribution.

			Date-code wheels molded into the enclosure indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.

	[[File:Powertap_ACE_33543_Main_01.jpg\|center\|600px\|ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap documented for the OldSurge Archive.]]		[[File:Powertap_ACE_33543_Main_01.jpg\|center\|600px\|ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap documented for the OldSurge Archive.]]
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	No evidence of surge-protection indicators, telephone protection, coaxial protection, or other surge-suppression features is visible externally.		No evidence of surge-protection indicators, telephone protection, coaxial protection, or other surge-suppression features is visible externally.

	Internal construction remains undocumented because ~~nondestructive~~ disassembly could not be completed.		Internal construction remains undocumented because non-destructive disassembly could not be completed without damaging the enclosure.

	== Teardown ==		== Teardown ==
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	Future examination may be possible if a duplicate example becomes available or if destructive disassembly is deemed appropriate.		Future examination may be possible if a duplicate example becomes available or if destructive disassembly is deemed appropriate.

			Inspection of the enclosure exterior revealed molded date-code wheels indicating manufacture on 2 June 2009.

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	* The illuminated rocker switch remained functional during testing but appeared noticeably dimmer than many modern illuminated power switches.		* The illuminated rocker switch remained functional during testing but appeared noticeably dimmer than many modern illuminated power switches.
	* Three of the six enclosure fasteners utilize one-way security screws intended to discourage disassembly.		* Three of the six enclosure fasteners utilize one-way security screws intended to discourage disassembly.
	* ~~A precise manufacturing date was obtained from molded~~ date-code wheels ~~visible on the underside~~ of ~~the enclosure~~.		* Molded date-code wheels provide an unusually precise manufacturing date of 2 June 2009.
	* The molded aquarium/moisture warning is an unusual feature not commonly observed on power strips documented by the OldSurge Archive.		* The molded aquarium/moisture warning is an unusual feature not commonly observed on power strips documented by the OldSurge Archive.

PowerPig at 17:39, 30 September 2026

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PowerPig at 17:32, 30 September 2026

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 The ACE 33543 utilizes a molded plastic enclosure that tapers gradually from the wider switch section toward the outlet end.
 Six grounded NEMA 5-15R receptacles are arranged in a single linear row. The upper housing incorporates molded ACE branding and a red illuminated rocker switch marked OFF and RESET.
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 * Mounting Method: Two keyhole slots
 * Power Switch: Illuminated rocker switch
 == Date Codes ==
-Date-code wheels molded into the enclosure indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.
+Date-code wheels molded into the underside of the enclosure indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.
-The date wheels provide a precise manufacturing date rarely available for consumer power strips and provide independent confirmation of the documented example's production period.
+The four molded wheels identify the year, month, and day of manufacture and provide a precise production date for the documented example.
-The documented example therefore represents a mid-2009 ACE-branded consumer power strip intended for household and office power distribution.
+The date-code wheels are visible without disassembly and provide independent confirmation of the unit's production period.
 == Photographs ==
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 * The underside includes warnings against connecting the device to another relocatable power tap.
 * The underside also includes an unusual warning against use with aquariums, near water, or other sources of moisture.
 == Teardown ==
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 A non-destructive disassembly was attempted as part of archival documentation.
-The enclosure is secured using six screws. Three of the six fasteners are one-way security screws designed to permit installation while resisting subsequent removal.
+The enclosure is secured using six screws. Three of the six fasteners are conventional Phillips-head screws, while the remaining three are one-way security screws designed to permit tightening while resisting removal.
 Because removal of the security screws would have required destructive techniques and the documented example remains intact, disassembly was halted before the enclosure could be opened.
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 As a result, the internal wiring arrangement and construction details have not yet been documented.
-The use of one-way security fasteners is unusual for a simple relocatable power tap and may have been intended to discourage consumer disassembly or repair.
+The use of one-way security fasteners is unusual for a relocatable power tap and may have been intended to discourage consumer disassembly, repair, or modification.
 Future examination may be possible if a duplicate example becomes available or if destructive disassembly is deemed appropriate.

PowerPig at 17:17, 30 September 2026

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 * The underside includes warnings against connecting the device to another relocatable power tap.
 * Additional safety markings caution against use near aquariums and other sources of moisture.
 == Specifications ==
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 File:Powertap_ACE_33543_bottom_cordentry_01.jpg|Cord-entry end underside detail showing enclosure hardware and safety markings.
 File:Powertap_ACE_33543_plugandcord_01.jpg|Attached grounded plug and power-cord markings.
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 Internal construction remains undocumented because nondestructive disassembly could not be completed.
 == Teardown ==

PowerPig at 17:14, 30 September 2026

2026-09-30T17:14:33Z

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	== Physical Characteristics ==		== Physical Characteristics ==

	* Housing material: Plastic		The ACE 33543 utilizes a molded plastic enclosure that tapers gradually from the wider switch section toward the outlet end.
	* Outlet type: NEMA 5-15R
	* Plug type: Grounded NEMA 5-15P
	* Cord length: Approximately 3 ft
	* Switch type: Illuminated rocker switch
	* Housing construction: Two-piece molded-plastic enclosure
	* Configuration: Six grounded outlets arranged in a single row

	The ACE ~~33543 utilizes~~ a ~~tapered enclosure that is wider and taller at the~~ switch ~~end~~ and ~~gradually narrows toward the outlet end~~.		Six grounded NEMA 5-15R receptacles are arranged in a single linear row. The upper housing incorporates molded ACE branding and a red illuminated rocker switch marked OFF and RESET.

	The ~~housing incorporates~~ molded ~~ACE branding~~ and ~~a recessed illuminated rocker switch marked OFF and RESET~~.		The underside contains two keyhole-style mounting slots for wall installation, molded safety markings, certification information, date-code wheels, and six enclosure screws.

	Unlike many surge protectors, no surge-protection indicators ~~are present~~.		Unlike many contemporary surge protectors, the ACE 33543 does not incorporate surge-protection indicators or externally visible surge-suppression features.

			The overall design emphasizes compact dimensions and straightforward power distribution rather than advanced surge-protection functionality.

			* Date-code wheels indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.
			* The enclosure incorporates two wall-mount keyhole slots.
			* Three of the six enclosure fasteners utilize one-way security heads that permit tightening but resist subsequent removal.
			* A non-destructive teardown could not be completed because of the security fasteners.
			* The underside includes warnings against connecting the device to another relocatable power tap.
			* Additional safety markings caution against use near aquariums and other sources of moisture.

	== Specifications ==		== Specifications ==

	* ~~Color~~: ~~Ivory / Off-white~~		* Brand: ACE
	* ~~AC outlets~~: 6		* Model: 33543
	* Product ~~classification~~: Relocatable Power Tap (RPT)		* Product Classification: Relocatable Power Tap (RPT)
	* ~~Power switch~~: ~~Illuminated rocker switch~~		* AC Outlets: 6
	* ~~Cord length~~: Approximately ~~3 ft~~ (0.~~9 m~~)		* Electrical Rating: 15A, 125VAC, 60Hz
			* Country of Manufacture: China
			* UL File: E116852
			* Length: Approximately 10.38 in (26.4 cm)

	* Length: Approximately 10.38 in (26.4 cm)
	* Width:		* Width:
	** Approximately 2.13 in (5.4 cm) at the switch end		** Approximately 2.13 in (5.4 cm) at the switch end
	** Approximately 1.88 in (4.8 cm) at the outlet end		** Approximately 1.88 in (4.8 cm) at the outlet end

	* Height:		* Height:
	** Approximately 1.25 in (3.2 cm) at the switch end		** Approximately 1.25 in (3.2 cm) at the switch end
	** Approximately 1.00 in (2.5 cm) at the outlet section		** Approximately 1.00 in (2.5 cm) at the outlet section

	* ~~Date-code wheels indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009~~		* Power Cord Length: Approximately 3 ft (0.9 m)

	~~Additional specifications pending documentation.~~		* Wall-Mountable: Yes
			* Mounting Method: Two keyhole slots
			* Power Switch: Illuminated rocker switch

	== Date Codes ==		== Date Codes ==

	Date-code wheels ~~visible within~~ the enclosure indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.		Date-code wheels molded into the enclosure indicate manufacture on 2 June 2009.

	The ~~documented example therefore represents~~ a ~~mid-2009~~ consumer power ~~strip sold under~~ the ~~ACE brand~~.		The date wheels provide a precise manufacturing date rarely available for consumer power strips and provide independent confirmation of the documented example's production period.

	~~Additional date~~-~~code details pending documentation~~.		The documented example therefore represents a mid-2009 ACE-branded consumer power strip intended for household and office power distribution.

	== Photographs ==		== Photographs ==
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	File:Powertap_ACE_33543_side_cordtoright_01.jpg\|Right-side profile showing the rocker-switch section, enclosure taper, and cord-entry end.		File:Powertap_ACE_33543_side_cordtoright_01.jpg\|Right-side profile showing the rocker-switch section, enclosure taper, and cord-entry end.
	File:Powertap_ACE_33543_side_outletEnd_01.jpg\|Outlet-end profile showing enclosure shape and housing construction.		File:Powertap_ACE_33543_side_outletEnd_01.jpg\|Outlet-end profile showing enclosure shape and housing construction.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_side_cordentryEnd_01.jpg\|Cord-entry end showing strain relief, enclosure shape, and switch housing profile.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_bottom_overview_01.jpg\|Underside view showing labels, mounting slots, certification markings, enclosure hardware, and attached power cord.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_bottom_data_01.jpg\|Model number, electrical ratings, date-code wheels, and safety markings.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_bottom_ULSticker_01.jpg\|UL listing label, wall-mount slot, and safety markings.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_bottom_cordentry_01.jpg\|Cord-entry end underside detail showing enclosure hardware and safety markings.
			File:Powertap_ACE_33543_plugandcord_01.jpg\|Attached grounded plug and power-cord markings.
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	== Teardown ==		== Teardown ==

	A ~~nondestructive teardown~~ was attempted as part of archival documentation.		A non-destructive disassembly was attempted as part of archival documentation.

			The enclosure is secured using six screws. Three of the six fasteners are one-way security screws designed to permit installation while resisting subsequent removal.

	~~The enclosure is secured using six~~ screws~~; however~~, ~~three of~~ the ~~screws are one-way security fasteners designed to permit tightening while resisting removal~~.		Because removal of the security screws would have required destructive techniques and the documented example remains intact, disassembly was halted before the enclosure could be opened.

	~~Because removal of~~ the ~~security fasteners would~~ have ~~required destructive techniques and the~~ documented ~~example remains intact, disassembly was halted before the enclosure could be opened~~.		As a result, the internal wiring arrangement and construction details have not yet been documented.

	As a ~~result, the internal construction~~ and ~~wiring arrangement~~ have ~~not yet~~ been ~~documented~~.		The use of one-way security fasteners is unusual for a simple relocatable power tap and may have been intended to discourage consumer disassembly or repair.

	Future examination may be possible if a duplicate example becomes available or if destructive disassembly is deemed appropriate.		Future examination may be possible if a duplicate example becomes available or if destructive disassembly is deemed appropriate.

PowerPig at 17:02, 30 September 2026

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 == Physical Characteristics ==
 * Color: Ivory / Off-white
-* AC Outlets: 6
+* AC outlets: 6
-* Outlet Type: NEMA 5-15R
+* Product classification: Relocatable Power Tap (RPT)
-* Switch Type: Illuminated rocker switch
+* Power switch: Illuminated rocker switch
-* Plug Type: Grounded NEMA 5-15P
+* Cord length: Approximately 3 ft (0.9 m)
 == Photographs ==
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 File:Powertap_ACE_33543_top_logoswitch_01.jpg|ACE branding and illuminated rocker switch assembly.
 File:Powertap_ACE_33543_top_outlets_01.jpg|Outlet section showing six grounded NEMA 5-15R receptacles.
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PowerPig at 16:54, 30 September 2026

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 | Pending Documentation
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Created page with "= ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap = This ACE-branded relocatable power tap was sold through ACE Hardware stores. The documented example bears model number '''33543''' and provides six grounded AC receptacles controlled by a lighted rocker switch. The unit is documented by the OldSurge Archive as an example of a consumer-grade relocatable power tap intended for general household and office power distribution. File:Powertap_ACE_33543_Main_01.jpg|center|600px|ACE 3354..."

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= ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap =

This ACE-branded relocatable power tap was sold through ACE Hardware stores. The documented example bears model number '''33543''' and provides six grounded AC receptacles controlled by a lighted rocker switch.

The unit is documented by the OldSurge Archive as an example of a consumer-grade relocatable power tap intended for general household and office power distribution.

[[File:Powertap_ACE_33543_Main_01.jpg|center|600px|ACE 33543 Relocatable Power Tap documented for the OldSurge Archive.]]

== Overview ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Brand
| ACE
|-
! Product Category
| Power Strip
|-
! Model Number
| 33543
|-
! Product Type
| Relocatable Power Tap
|-
! AC Outlets
| 6
|-
! Electrical Rating
| Pending Documentation
|-
! Country of Manufacture
| Pending Documentation
|}

== Photographs ==

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File:Powertap_ACE_33543_Main_01.jpg|Overall view showing the six-outlet configuration, illuminated power switch, and attached power cord.
File:Powertap_ACE_33543_top_logoswitch_01.jpg|ACE branding and illuminated rocker switch assembly.
File:Powertap_ACE_33543_top_outlets_01.jpg|Outlet section showing six grounded NEMA 5-15R receptacles.
</gallery>