I need a 100 foot outdoor extension cord to power my van's trickle charger. I have a power ramp. What gauge cord is best? 12,14,16?
1354599
I use this cord in conjunction w/ another 75' 12/3 cord to power 3x CFL light bulbs & 2x trickle chargers (pretty much ALL the time) and some light-medium duty power tools (when i need them) in a trailer. IF its JUST a TRICKLE charger (not a power inverter or high amp draw item) you can save your money and get a smaller 16ga cord... IF you are going to use it for more than just the trickle charger (now or later) go with the 12/3
1354600
If it's just the trickle charger, then the 16ga cord is heavy enough. If you want to use it for something else later you may want a heavier cord.
1354601
Go with the 12/3 as others say. The smaller the number, the thicker the gauge and the more amperage you'll be able to use. This is a good cordset which I use with my 3500 watt generator.
1354602
I would recommend 12/3 extension cord... All my extension cords are 12/3...Hoe that helps you out... DJ
1354603
I would also go with the 12/3 cord. You might get by with 14/3 if it's a small load,but the 12/3 cord is the best if you think you might want to use it for something else someday that draws more current.
631979
Yes, that should be more than adequate. No more than 50 feet, you could probably get by with a 16 gauge extension cord, so the 12 gauge will insure even less voltage drop, especially considering the charger will, at most, only be putting out 1.5 amps.
801617
You need to go with a 14/3 gauge or lower (the lower the number, the heavier duty the cord is, and the more amps it can handle). The 16/3 will not be heavy duty enough for your mower. If you decide to go with a 150 ft cord, then you will have to go with a 12/3 gauge because of the added length.
915967
It's got to be a good one rated for about 10 amps. I would suggest a 14gage heavy industrial type. I use a heavy 100-foot cord and no problem.
1778040
I haven't had a problem with a 50' extension cord with 14 ga. wire. If you want to go 100', you should probably use 12 ga.
932633
I would use a 12 gauge extension cord. A 16 gauge would drop the voltage to about 5 volts at the other end.
2244254
Electric cord. A good extension cord will work up to as far as 100 feet if it is large gauge wire.
650658
According to the manual, for 50 feet you need a 16 gauge extension cord. Just in case for 100 feet you need a 14 gauge cord.
325799
The manual states you should only use an extension cord rated for outdoor use ... but does not mention gauge. The Home Depot website offers a buyers guide for extension cords. Basically you want to ensure the most power getting to the blower and not being consumed by the cord so there are two factors, wire gauge and length. The bigger the wire and the shorter the cord the lower the resistance so for 12 Amps using a 100 ft cord you should use at least a 14 gauge cord or larger. If you are interested in the larger 18 Amp blower you would need a 10 gauge. It's best to reference an extension cord buyers guide to determine what size cord will best meet your needs for the length of cord you will need.
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Friend Gerard, the caliber is No. 12 but this extension is heavy duty, I have one and it is excellent but a 60w solar panel perfectly funsiona lower gauge (16 or 18) because the solar panel (60w) in the best environmental conditions never exceed 4 amps. So, I recommend using automotive cable (especially for use with DC current)I hope I have helped!
650657
You should use a 16 gauge extension cord for 50 feet. If you move to 100 feet you would need to increase the gauge to 14.
1812825
This is from the manual which you can get from the WORX website: "Use the extension cord to be a type acceptable for outdoor use, for example - SJTW, and the size should be 14AWG or larger."
1316225
I would suggest a 14 gauge 25' or 50'. If you use lighter cord you will feel the cord heating up from the elec draw.Home Depot has some good prices on them. Don't scrimp and grab a 12 gauge.
1848451
The mower's connection is 2 prong FEMALE, so any 2 or 3 prong connection will work. What's more important is the gauge of the extension cord. I have a 14 gauge 100ft extension cord. For a 50, 75 and 100ft cord, 14 gauge is recommended. For 150ft, you'll need a 12 gauge cord. http://www.homedepot.com/c/factors_to_consider_when_choosing_extension_cords_HT_BG_EL
1860617
For a 15 amp load, the maximum length for a 12/3 extension cord is 100', not 50' as kcguy replied. At 100', the voltage drop for a 15 amp load is 4.8%, which is in line with the guideline of keeping the voltage drop below 5%.
581249
By using a 12 gauge cord you can easily run 100 feet of cord. If using a cheap 16 gauge cord (Most common type) keep it short. A 12 gauge wire is what also feeds your 20 amp receptacle in your house.
1387042
I am an electrician, it will pull about 13.5 amps on high. A standard residential circuit will handle it, IF, there is nothing else being used on that circuit. A good condition 14 guage grounded extension cord will work if it is 50 feet or less. Buy the shortest cord that gets the job done and I don't recommend going over 50 ft.