what is the longest distance you should go with a 12/3 cord 15 amp?
1860616
I'm not an electrician but I think it would matter what you're running and if the load is constant or the 15 amp load is transient - like starting a compressor. For loads where the item being powered is not voltage sensitive (lights, some motors) 100' should be OK. If voltage drop would be an issue for a compressor or voltage-sensitive device, I'd stay at 50' or go to the heavier cord.
1860617
For a 15 amp load, the maximum length for a 12/3 extension cord is 100', not 50' as kcguy replied. At 100', the voltage drop for a 15 amp load is 4.8%, which is in line with the guideline of keeping the voltage drop below 5%.
1860618
50' anything longer and you might experience brownouts and damage the equipment.
2207322
It does not. Make sure when buying your cord you account for the amperage this device will draw. In other words, if you go for 100ft, you'll need a 12ga cord. 14ga would probably be fine for shorter distances. Don't skimp on the cord, get a good one or the blower won't work to its full potential.
701872
12 or 14 gauge will be fine. But if the cord is over 20ft, I would use 12 gauge.
1169195
I would not run over 15 amps continuous but tend to be a little cautious. You can safely get away with short periods at 20 amps Ampacity charts show 20 amps for #12 solid copper and I have degraded this. Do not run a load while the cord is coiled on a reel.
527875
Yes. But you want to keep in mind that the longer the cord the more voltage drop you will have. A 14 gauge cord is good for 15 amps and should work fine with up to about a 100 ft cord. If you need a longer cord you can play it safe and up the cord size to 12 gauge this will take into consideration the length of the wiring in the house to get from the panel to the outlet you are using on the outside (GFCI Proctected)
674263
Standard 3-prong. 120v extension cord. 12awg is the wire gauge and is recomended if you use a 100ft cord, but a lot of the 100 ft cords are only 14 awg or 16. A 14 would do just fine.
1126077
No you do not. The difference between 15' and 6' is little to none. You'll be able to enjoy the same quality with a longer cord
1354602
I would recommend 12/3 extension cord... All my extension cords are 12/3...Hoe that helps you out... DJ
2244254
Electric cord. A good extension cord will work up to as far as 100 feet if it is large gauge wire.
932659
I use a heavy duty 25ft. Cord and it has been pretty easy. I start on farthest end and work towards the entrance where my power plug is.
2191835
My cord is much longer than 15 1/2 inches. I have it strung from a baseboard outlet, up through a bookcase and over to a ceiling hanger.
2023473
No. While DC current flow is impacted by the resistance of wiring length, 15' will not be a problem. I have extensions on the leads on many of my battery chargers (from the charger to the battery) with no adverse impact.
977068
Everywhere and everything I've read says 12 gauge. At 14, you only get 13 amps max and this machine is designed for max effectiveness at 13.5 amps. Although I was tempted to get a 14 ga since the cord would be thinner and easier to use and cheaper, I opted for the 12 thinking long-term and minimizing any opportunity for this machine to brick due to my lack of care or proper equipment. But that's just me and my two cents. :)
1155458
Yes, you would need an appropriate length-sized and amp-rated cord. I bought a 100' extension cord to meet the size needs of the area that is going to be cut. This is the one I bought for the mower: http://www.amazon.com/US-Wire-65100-100-Foot-Extension/dp/B002HWRS72/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1378086430&sr=8-32&keywords=12%2F3+15+amp+extension+cord Hope this helps.
1172296
I would use a 10/3 cord. For every 100 feet you should use 1 size bigger gauge.
1914775
Since I needed a 100' in length, it had to be at least 14 gauge. If the cord is too small, the motor will burn up. You cannot just use any old extension cord. I bought this cord from amazon. US Wire 65100 12/3 100-Foot SJTW Orange Heavy Duty Extension Cord
625155
15 amp should be used with 14 gage wire and a 15 amp breaker. 20 amp should be used with 12 gage wire and a 20 amp breaker. I would guess you have 15 amp but not sure without seeing it.