No. None of this is "up to code" for sure.
I could technically have used bits of Romex (the sockets are all back-stab types so you need solid wire), but the stuff is hard to find in New York (since code requires BX)....and when you do, you have to buy complete rolls of it. So I opted for using lengths of THHN #12 solid.
If you really wanna ream me, the cables feeding each row of three is #14 flex. Yup...just basic extension cord terminated to plugs that go to a wall socket behind the bureau.
I figured, it's a workbench and I'm the only one who uses it....and even so, it's still a step up over the #18 gauge zip cord with chintzy surface-mount recepts that I had originally.
I might re-do things in a few years, if I manage to get some good condition Romex leftovers somewhere.
[This message has been edited by SvenNYC (edited 03-10-2007).]