I have a light with a grounded plug that I want to use on a timer I have on hand. Problem is the timer only accepts two pronged cords. Could I use one of these cheater plugs and connect the ground tab via ring terminal to a grounded cord plugged in close by?
>>930326
Yes you could.
Portable appliances aren't covered by electrical code, so the world won't stop spinning should you do that.
One socket ground is as good as any other.
>>930330
Thank you, that's what I figured.
I'm making a DIY light/reflector for some plants and because the reflector is going to be made out of metal duct I thought it'd be a good idea to ground it. I could just stop being cheap and spring for a grounded timer (like $12), but where's the fun in that?
