Hello...Do you think i could run 50 foot 12 AWG extension cord with this? I dont want to run into any problems.
2013152
They recommend you minimize the length when using extension cords. I was using a 12 awg extension but it is no longer than 15 ft. With no problems. 12awg can pull 20 amps through it but I think they want to minimize the resistance which will maximize the current going to the tool. It will work but you may run I to a penetration Issue with the studs which may pop off after a few pulls.
2013153
I used a 50 ft. extension when I used mine and had no trouble. The voltage draw isn't continuous so I would expect no trouble.
1645326
My husband connects two 50 foot heavy duty extension cords together. He has had no problems with the cords or reaching his plants. On occasion we add a 3rd smaller cord to reach the end piece which we trim occasionally.
2268901
That's what I am doing. No problems till now. It also depends on the quality of extension cord and what else you are connecting to it (if using an extension board with more than 1 plug points. I am using an extension board made for computers, with surge protection.
1610038
The Worx manual says (given 120V and 14.5 amps) that you should use a 12 gauge AWG cord at 50 ft. The manual says a 100 ft cord is "not recommended".
2052110
http://gizmodo.com/5903218/how-to-choose-the-right-extension-cord-for-anythingYou can go to the aforementioned gizmodo link for the answer to this question.Make sure the cord is rated to handle the amperage. I used about fifty feet of extension cord, and didn't have problems. The chainsaw works as advertised. I've owned it for years, but have used it sparingly. Maybe once every two years, but for a few hours each time. It paid for itself.
1972534
I'm sure you can extend the length with no problem. Just buy the correct gauge and use good connectors. It would be a very easy project.
1942119
Technically you can run a 50' cable but they get very expensive. Not all cables operate equally. The cheaper the cable the less distance it will operate properly. I would not recommend buying any cables without the assurance you can return if they don't perform properly.
1227061
I wouldn't recommend it the more you hook together the more the amps drop. Could cause damage to equipment running under powerd at full load. For this reason I purchased the 50' rather than adding a small ext. to my 25ft cord.
650658
According to the manual, for 50 feet you need a 16 gauge extension cord. Just in case for 100 feet you need a 14 gauge cord.
1526471
As a 50 foot cord it is pretty manageable. It is the medium duty, heavy gauge wire so it can certainly can get in a tussle if you let it. The heavy duty cords are the real bear. If you are running 15 amps or less this is the cord you want. Anything more than 15 amps you need the next size up. Less than 10 amps, you may want to step down and get the more flexible cord at a higher gauge.
1620245
NO. Not if you use the proper cord. I am presently running 100 ft. With the cords 55195, 50 amp. Just stick with a good product.
970817
50' feet is quite a distance. It would possible if you had a really good quality HDMI cable. Maybe. It's really not the function of this device to power such a long run. Even if an excellent cable would work at 50' my guess would be that you would probably be a lot better off financially if you used a booster or active cable as opposed to spending big bucks on a cable. Using a cable booster would also be a much more likely approach to success.
503125
i probably have a 25 ft cable and that is working well, don't know how it will work for 50 ft.
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.
1645325
My plant work is near the 50' recommended limit for 12AWG. But frankly, I wouldn't be concerned about extending it (which I have). This is not a continuous running tool.
638775
I have a 50 ft extension cord attached to my device. It's great for working outdoors in the middle of nowhere, literally. I haven't had any problems with it either.
650657
You should use a 16 gauge extension cord for 50 feet. If you move to 100 feet you would need to increase the gauge to 14.