Need plug for dc vacuum's cord

[Gypsy Jane]

I am sure I could replace it - I could replace an ac plug on an ac cord - but I am not sure they call it a plug or where to buy it. It's a cheap vacuum from Family Dollar, but it works well - or did, until the metal side piece on the plug broke. I don't want to track down a whole new vacuum when a simple plug will do. Where does one get them? I don't recall ever seeing them at hardware stores, but I wasn't looking for them then...

[Nuge]

Try Radio Shack? Otherwise, try about any auto accessory site or store; you may have to buy a cheap heater or something like that, just make sure that DC plug comes apart and isn't glued together...Or just splice the cords...

[paz]

I bought a couple of cigarette lighter-type plugs for replacements at Walmart. Look for the electrical accessories (bulbs, switches, connectors, etc.) in the auto dept.

[TXiceman]

WalMart, Radio Shack, automotive store...Just amke sure you get the polarity right when you hook it up...plus (+) and minus (-) to the correct sides or it will run backwards.

[wa8yxm]

Radio Shack and any and all auto parts store.. Go with a heavy duty model.

NOTE: unlike an AC cord it is important to make sure you keep the PLUS (Center pin) and MINUS (Side contacts) Straight.. A dab of red paint on the PLUS side will help here.

Use a meter to decide which is which unless the old plug is smashed and you can see what goes where. Or.... Use a hammer and smash the old plug, Either method works. Use eye protection if hammering.