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EXTENSION CORD SELECTION
If an extension cord is used, make sure the conductor size is large enough to
prevent excessive voltage drop which will cause loss of power and possible
motor damage. A table of recommended extension cord sizes will be found in
this section. This table is based on limiting line voltage drop to 5 volts (10 volts
for 230 volts) at 150% of rated amperes.
If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must be marked with the suffix
W-A or W following the cord type designation. For example – SJTW-A to
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS
115V
25 Ft.
230V
50 Ft.
0-2
18
2-3
18
3-4
18
4-5
18
5-6
18
6-8
18
8-10
18
10-12
16
12-14
16
14-16
16
16-18
14
18-20
14
Length of Cord in Feet
50 Ft.
100 Ft.
150 Ft.
100 Ft.
200 Ft.
300 Ft.
18
18
16
18
16
14
18
16
14
18
14
12
16
14
12
16
12
10
14
12
10
14
10
8
12
10
8
12
10
8
12
8
8
12
8
6
200 Ft.
250 Ft.
400 Ft.
500 Ft.
16
14
14
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
8
8
8
8
6
6
6
6
6
6
4
6
4
6
300 Ft.
400 Ft. 500 Ft.
600 Ft.
800 Ft. 1000 Ft.
14
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
8
10
8
8
8
8
6
6
6
6
6
6
4
6
4
4
6
4
2
4
4
2
4
2
2
4
2
2
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