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Extension cord what Gauge?

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Nightmare:
It's more than enough for the purpose expressed - put it that way. Will give plenty of room for future uses though.

andyfender:

--- Quote from: Nightmare on November 22, 2016, 08:47:24 PM ---It's more than enough for the purpose expressed - put it that way. Will give plenty of room for future uses though.

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Curt:

--- Quote from: Nightmare on November 22, 2016, 08:00:29 PM ---You know that the 18 amps you're talking about is at 12v rate.....and the cord to the chargers is 110v right? Less than 1.8 amps - and that's at full draw. 12 ga is buttload of conductor.

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I completely forgot about the 12 volt factor. Thanks @Nightmare  :thumbup:

pondhopper424:
I’m not a big fan of harbor freight anything; their stuff is generally made on the low end of quality. That being said 40’ is a long way to run an extension cord that will be left out for any period of time exposed to weather conditions, chewing critters, and possible foot traffic. 12 gauge is overkill but at least it has thicker insulation.

bullet20dc:
I have 2 12guage x cords  one is 75 ft and one is 100 ft  need em when I stay at motels   I never had a problem with heat  Like Nitey stated my 3 banks draw about 4 amps tops at full load.  Its all about the quality of the cords and insulation.  both of mine are 3/4  inch thick  and weight a ton.   stay away from cheap plastic coated china crap  if you can lift a 100 footer with one hand  leave it be   (giggle)

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