What is the wire gauge of this cord -- 16 or 18?
407113
Hi, KenG, The information that came with this indoor extension cord didn't indicate a wire gauge. It does, however, have information that may contain a code for the size of the gauge that perhaps you would recognize. Here is all of the information that is on the cord: 13A, 125V, 1625W, E186244, A432173C3. I hope this helps.
407114
Hi, KenG,The information that came with this indoor extension cord didn't indicate a wire gauge. It does, however, have information that may contain a code for the size of the gauge that perhaps you would recognize. Here is all of the information that is on the cord: 13A, 125V, 1625W, E186244, A432173C3. I hope this helps.
1928024
Wire gauge is different along with the connections on the end. A lot of extension cords are 18 or 16 gauge. But if you use 14 gauge wire with the proper connections you should be fine. Remember the exposed terminal is the ground side.
870769
If you scroll down the listing, under product description, the manufacturer lists this as 18 guage.
701872
12 or 14 gauge will be fine. But if the cord is over 20ft, I would use 12 gauge.
308542
I used 16 gauge and its working great. I think you can use 14 as well but 16 works fine so save a few 4.
932633
I would use a 12 gauge extension cord. A 16 gauge would drop the voltage to about 5 volts at the other end.
252416
AS IT SAYS IN THE DESCRIPTION, 18 AWG, so they are 18 guage. These are made for pigtails --to use in tight spots, where big plugs crowd outlets---etc. These are not made for outdoor or heavy use. When I say pigtail, if you have a power strip with 5 outlets 1" apart, and you have a phone charger that is 2x2--it will obviously cover one of the outlets. SO---these will get it far enough away to allow you to use the other outlets on the powerstrip. That is about all they at 18 guage are for, things like chargers etc. Good luck!
1350771
Reported specs state 16 gauge, this seems about right after installing the wires. The gauge is sufficient to operate tail lights and clearance lights on my trailers.
2229055
Sadly, only 16 gauge wiring is used in all five cords, although nothing is shown on the wires themselves nor the plastic bag or header that it came in. Pretty sorry, huh?
892429
Yes, it would work. 16 gauge wire is thicker than 18 gauge; so, it is better for higher current (like your 1,100 watt iron).
26044
Judging from the wire size, I would take a guess less than 5 amps like GB suggested. The wire looks like it's in the 16 to 18 gauge area.
854604
Your best bet is a 16 guage heavy duty cord. Now depending on the lenght of the cord, the manual may recommend a 14 guage. These cords btw, come in different colors.
1492201
18 gauge. It's not really the thickness of the wire but it is the outside coating that makes this the wire to use. Any thicker wire and it is harder to install...just a thought
2260476
I just looked at mine and it's 14 gauge. The jacket around the cables tell the gauge and both cables carry a 20 amp fuse.
288718
Looks to be 18 ga. but the wire isn't labeled. Print on sheath labels the wire to have a 10kvac rating
593048
I honestly don't know, but the wire they give you is a really small gauge and most audiophiles will tell you to get something bigger. I think I ended up buying 16 or 14 gauge.
1235957
The wire gauge is 16. The instructions that came with the switch show that the switch is rated 125V/250V. the switch is submersible.