Will this cord run a 5 th. Wheel motor home with 2 cords running a 100 ft.
1172294
For a 100 ft run for your motor home I would buy the 10 gauge cord instead.Century Contractor Grade 100' 10 Gauge Power Extension Cord 10/3 Plug
1172295
I misunderstood, I would use caution if you used two 50 ft. Cables. Heat could build up where they connect. I would use a 100 ft. Cable because it is safer. Using two 50 ft., I think it could handle light loads.
1172296
I would use a 10/3 cord. For every 100 feet you should use 1 size bigger gauge.
1172297
You will have to determine the amperage requirements for your RV and compare it to the ampacity of the cord, using a reference chart such as this one: http://i.imgur.com/r8aBf4p.jpgThis cord has an ampacity of 20 amps, based on it's 12-gauge wire and 50' length. Ampacity depends on both wire size and length, so make sure to consider them both.
1172298
You will have to determine the amperage requirements for your RV and compare it to the ampacity of the cord, using a reference chart such as this one: http://i.imgur.com/r8aBf4p.jpg This cord has an ampacity of 20 amps, based on it's 12-gauge wire and 50' length. Ampacity depends on both wire size and length, so make sure to consider them both.
1172299
It depends on the load. I run a 15,000 BTU A/C that pulls 11 amps. The voltage drop is about 4 volts. It sounds like you could divide the load if you used two 100 ft. Cables, using two separate power receptical/sources.
1032252
I run mine on four 12 gauge 100 ft hd extension cords with no slow down in power.
649032
No it will not run better. You could use a cord that is smaller in size with less resistance. Double theh voltage and you cut the amps in half.
1004332
Yes it will work the only thing is that you need to use it little by little so the motor doesn't overheat. I installed it on my minivan to haul a wheelchair.
1392374
Yes, when the motor shows the requirement of 5 MFD it will be correct... yes on the wires... brown and brown/white will be hooked up (one wire per side), however there are other ways to wire when required to do so... please call for explanation... 989-723-8985 M-F 8-5 EasternDanCSH
129938
Yes. I will work. I use two units in my motor home to replace the old ones.
1368871
The manual flat out states that for up to a 100ft cord, use 12 gauge, and for up to a 50ft cord, use 14 gauge. 16 gauge will burn out the motor prematurely. For 200ft you may need to go all the way to 10 gauge, but the manual did not specify.
937386
The key is your extension cord. Be sure you use one that's rated for 15 amps or you are risking burning out the motor.
1119389
I don't really know for sure, you probably should check with an electrician. I can tell you that I ran power to a detached shop from home breaker box. I used 10-3 outdoor grade wiring for the 100 foot span. Absolutely no problems.
1650057
NO, THis is only used for an RV with a 50A service. If you need an extension cord for a welder, get an electrician to build it out of 4/0 cable.
841739
Do not use a 10 amp extension cord -- the engine will have to work much harder and hotter with only a 10 amp rated cord and so will wear out faster due to the drop in voltage by the added resistance of the cord. It will also void your warranty and could be dangerous to your house circuit. Using two cords together is also a BAD idea. You want a single 100 ft extension cord that is rated for at least 12 amps. see: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/kind-extension-cord-electric-lawn-mower-97517.html
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I looked at several sites that discussed this. A 14 gauge 100 ft. cord can handle 13 amps. You may wish to go to a 12 gauge cord just to be on the safe side.
801615
I have an older model B&D; 12 amp version of this mower. If you are using a 50 foot or less extension cord I recommend a 14 gauge. This will pass enough amps to keep from burning up your mower motor. If you are using 100 foot cord go with a 12 gauge. I burned up the plug on my 1st 12 amp mower using a 14 gauge 100 foot cord and had to replace the mower because of a power dip. It caused a fire that melted the plug.
225850
Since it is only a 5 amp motor you can get by with even 16 ga power cable up to about 100 yards. BUT!! if you plan to use your power cord to drive other yard tools like a mower, chainsaw, power washer, etc... It is definitely worth investing in a heavy ga power cable say at least 14ga and 12ga would be better.
1061579
That's not a function of this product, it's a function of the cord's wire gauge. Google it. FWIW I went with a 50' 12ga to ensure maximum voltage, and have no complaints, but 100' should work fine too.
2212509
Yes, however you will need a 12 volt relay to handle the current to the motor.
692714
Yes. You will want a 100' cord. They have them that coil and I wish I had one of those. I love the little blower though - I call him "Mighty Mite"!