[Shop-talk] Extension cord length vs. wire gauge

[Steven Trovato]

There is a lot of guidance out there about 
selecting extension cords.  Here's one:

http://www.diybyexample.info/2010/07/what-size-extension-cord-do-i-need/

Scroll down to the table.  According to that, you 
should go up a couple of sizes.

-Steve T.

At 03:54 PM 10/30/2018, Scott Hall wrote:
>Guys,
>
>I need about 300 get of extension cord. 16 AWG 
>was fine at 100 ft. Can I string 3 of those 
>together without a problem, or should I go up a size? Draw is 4 amps.
>
>Thanks,Â
>
>Scott


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