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Is there an extension cord wire size and amp rating table?
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When purchasing an extension cord it is important to make sure you get one that is large enough to handle the voltage needed. There are some guide lines available through home improvement websites that can help in the buying process.
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Can you replace a 10 amp 125 volt extension cord with a 10 amp 250 volt extension cord?
Yes the rated voltage is a maximum. A 250 v cord might be slightly thicker than one for 125 v. <<>> The voltage rating of an electrical extension cord is the insulation factor of the cord. These cords come in two insulation ratings, 300 volts and 600 volts. If the voltage rating is within the parameters of the cord maximums then it is safe to use it on that voltage. The amperage of the cord is based on the wire size of the cord's conductor. The rating of 10 amps will fall within the #14 cord size. Remember the longer the cord the larger the wire size should be to prevent voltage drop at the connected load end.
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
What is the extension cord with 3 prong could be used for?
Depends on the size of the wire in the extension cord. The 3 prong is just the hot, neutral, and ground.
Where could extension cord reels be purchased?
To find the proper extension cord reel the first thing that a person needs to do is check out the size of the cord and length. The reel has to be able to hold the extension cord. Some places to look for the reels would be Home Depot or Amazon.
Is it safe to plug a 1500 watt space heater to a heavy duty extension cord?
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hertz supply service.If the voltage is 120 volts at 1500 watts then the current is 12.5 amps (A = W/V). The term "heavy duty extension cord" has no meaning unless a wire size, voltage rating and insulation temperature factor is mentioned. An extension cord with #12 wire in it will work fine. Try and keep the cord as short as possible so as cord heating does not become a problem.
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Can you replace a 10 amp 125 volt extension cord with a 10 amp 250 volt extension cord?
Yes the rated voltage is a maximum. A 250 v cord might be slightly thicker than one for 125 v. <<>> The voltage rating of an electrical extension cord is the insulation factor of the cord. These cords come in two insulation ratings, 300 volts and 600 volts. If the voltage rating is within the parameters of the cord maximums then it is safe to use it on that voltage. The amperage of the cord is based on the wire size of the cord's conductor. The rating of 10 amps will fall within the #14 cord size. Remember the longer the cord the larger the wire size should be to prevent voltage drop at the connected load end.
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
What extension cord can you use for 13 ma?
With that size of load and a voltage of up to 300 or 600 volts, any extension cord can be used.
What is the extension cord with 3 prong could be used for?
Depends on the size of the wire in the extension cord. The 3 prong is just the hot, neutral, and ground.
Where could extension cord reels be purchased?
To find the proper extension cord reel the first thing that a person needs to do is check out the size of the cord and length. The reel has to be able to hold the extension cord. Some places to look for the reels would be Home Depot or Amazon.
Why does the current change at an extension plug when connected to a lamp?
Are you saying that you plug in a lamp and another lamp on that extension cord goes dimmer? If so then the extension cord wire is of a smll guage size and causing a voltage drop from the outlet to the cord output.
Is it safe to plug a 1500 watt space heater to a heavy duty extension cord?
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hertz supply service.If the voltage is 120 volts at 1500 watts then the current is 12.5 amps (A = W/V). The term "heavy duty extension cord" has no meaning unless a wire size, voltage rating and insulation temperature factor is mentioned. An extension cord with #12 wire in it will work fine. Try and keep the cord as short as possible so as cord heating does not become a problem.
Does a long extension cord draw more power than a short extension cord?
No. However, a longer extension cord has higher resistance for a given wire gauge or size compared to a short extension cord and the voltage at the load device may drop so low that it doesn't work properly. This may also be accompanied by a noticeable rise in the temperature of the extension cord. As a rule, use the shortest extension cord that will get the job done. If the extension cord must be long, use one that has heavy gauge wire to minimize voltage drop at the load.
What cord can you use for 13 ma?
With that size of load and a voltage of up to 300 or 600 volts, any extension cord can be used.
Is it acceptable by OSHA to plug an extension cord into another extension cord?
In Canada this is quite acceptable. One extension cord can be plugged into another extension cord. What has to be kept in mind though, is the load amperage at the end of the cords. Additionally plugging one cord into another increases the wire's total resistance. This effects the over all voltage drop of the cord, by lowering the voltage at the load. If the cord's wire size is increase in each additional cord added to the length, this would be one way to combat against the voltage drop. An example, if the first cord has a #14 size conductor the next size cord to plug into it should be a #12. If additional length is needed then the next size cord to extend the length should be a #10.This type of cord use is used on construction sites all the time. Keep in mind that extension cords are only to be used as a temporary source of power in temporary locations and they not to be used as a permanent installation power source.
Can the cord on an electric heater be lengthened?
Yes, but with a heavier gauge wire <<>> If the cord on an electric heater needs to be lengthened as a perminant feature then the whole cord should be replaced with a new cord of the same type and wire size. What this prevents is aquiring bad splice connections at the point the connection is made. Bad splice connections will create hot spots in the cable. If the lengthening of the cord is just a temporary fix, just use an extension cord. The extension cord should be the same wire size as the heater cord. Keep the extension cord under 20 feet in length.
