This is a lot of plugs to go through, which isn't a bad thing. How long will unused plugs last?
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I have several packages of similar plugs made by the same company that were several years old when I used them and they were still soft and worked like they were new. The old style cylindrical plugs did get hard after five or so years in my experience and were not as comfortable. These plugs however, are much softer from the beginning and don't see to be as susceptible to hardening. Hope this helps.
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The previous lot of 200 I bought was 10 years ago, they are still soft and usable. I keep them in a zip lock freezer bag. I think these were 3M brand. I like the Moldex plugs because they are longer and do not get stuck.
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I don't plug mine in until I notice it starting to lose power, probably once a week is about right. My uses for it are somewhat limited, tho. It does everything I expect of it ,& I've been happy with it
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Hi John, if you keep them plugged in continually (which is what I would recommend for full effectiveness) then each bottle lasts about a month. I actually have a reminder in my calendar to change them out. I forgot once at the end of a month and paid the price a week later. :)
669665
5 years unused add extra year if primed. It will stop flowing when used up and filter is plugged.
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At least 2 weeks is what I get out of mine. I would say closer to 3 weeks. I also don't have a plug that is convenient and I have no problem using this everyday
45737
They do seem to last, and it comes with adapters so you can use other brands.
1681304
I have it in my garage area, it gets into the 30s and it works fine. The only issue I have is the plugs get loose. I use a clip to keep the plugs in.
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I have used them for years and 2 indicators dictate a change. The first is the color. When the transparent grey turns to a darker grey and secondly when the plug begins to harden and becomes difficult to insert comfortably. I would guess about 10-14 days. By the way I split each plug into 2 exact halves - the smaller piece is is more comfortable and just as effective. Best to roll into sausage shape and split in the middle.
944923
the unit is fine for repeated pluggings and unpluggings,Ive relocated it twice already without problems, the unit seems sturdy, the cable clips are more of what you need to worry about
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You can keep the bag and replace the used plugs (I do it all the time), but it works best if the bag is either clipped shut or tucked into a flat pocket where it won't get jostled.
916043
Doesn't really take that long, I say no more than an hour. But it last the whole week and some. If I'm at my computer I'll just plug it in, but otherwise I don't really worry about it.
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I've left it plugged in from November to April for two years at my cabin in the mountains. Haven't experienced any problems. Works great.
2001373
Have you had a chance to check Amazon yet? They have a large assortment of plugs.
96286
I'm not entirely certain how long one would last, because I've never had reason to give it heavy use...I'm sorry I couldn't be of more assistance with your question.
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The plug-in is about 3 inches long and about 1 inch wide. If you can't plug it in on an end, it will probably cover 2 or 3 other plugs. My surge suppressor has slots that are sideways, so it is not an issue.
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I've left mine outside and turned on from May - October for the past 3 years, come rain or shine or torrential rains or whatever, and never had a problem until the other day when a bulb started dying. Three years is pretty good life for something I abuse so badly. :) Never gave the plug much thought. The device plug fits nice and snugly into my heavy duty outdoor extension cord, never had a problem with water in there.
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The cord is long. I use an outlet that's near the ceiling and still have plenty left.