Is the wire gauge really only 20 gauge wire? If so is this a bit thin to handle 15 amps of power? Won't it overheat?
457359
I haven't checked the gauge myself. The fuse itself is much smaller wire, so it will blow before the cable has a problem. The most current pulled is when the compressor starts up, which is only a brief time, and the cable is air cooled, so it doesn't have to be de-rated. I've used my compressor for many years with no problems.
457360
It is only 20 gauge wire and it would not handle 15 amps for any length of time. There's an inline 15 amp fuse auto style fuse which in it's own right means 15 amp max short term. I wouldn't use it for more than 10 amps.
457361
I really don't know about the gauge, but I've never had it over heat and I use it for a fan as well as a heated seat cover. I did put pieces of plastic tubing around the areas where the wires come out from under the seat so that the wire doesn't get pinched by the seat.
1323954
I don't know the gauge of the wire. For a lamp, it's probably 18, but if only 20, or even 22, it should handle more than150 watts. I'm not an electrician, but I think you can safely assume that any lamp accessory will handle a 150 watt bulb/
1799130
I would recommend 4 gauge for the power wire just in case you decide to change your amplifier you will not have to go back and run over the wires. However this is not a very powerful amplifier and I strongly suggest putting the extra money and buying a better amplifier. What are the 12" subs are you going to use?
1905353
No, it is stranded wire, but can't remember the gauge. I've used it for many projects and have found that is capable of handling at least 3 amps current.
2259641
The wire is labeled 18 gauge. I was expecting a thicker gauge as well. If there is any good news here, it is the better rated 600 V and 105 degree wire.
569695
No. this will not cause any problems. the unit does not pull enough power to overload 16 gauge.
1600664
It is defiantly not 20 awg or 18 awg, I would say about 24 or less. Wouldn't run more then an few amp through it transient. Maybe 1 amp constant.
1368870
having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with the line getting hot. having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with... » Read More having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with the line getting hot. « Show Less
892429
Yes, it would work. 16 gauge wire is thicker than 18 gauge; so, it is better for higher current (like your 1,100 watt iron).
1598768
It comes with 20 guage solid core wire as I recall, but will work with any size wire. I think that 16 to 18 gauge wire would be more durable.
1089770
14 gauge is good for up to 15 amps. I have been using outdoor extension cords that the ends are bad or has been cut or damaged, just don't use the bad section. Just keep you lengths as short as possible to avoid voltage drop.
1083693
The wiring is unusually high gauge. I wouldn't run it above 15A which is more than enough for almost ALL 12V plug in items.
1038414
It looks like no more than 18 gauge to me. The insulation on the wire is extra thick to make it seem like you are getting a 30 A capable wire. The thick insulation and thin actual wire make it easy to damage the wire when you strip it back. It'll handle 30A surges, but I wouldn't use it for 30A continuous.
1665203
Nothing on the plugs that would indicate amperage, so I can't tell you for sure. Having said that, the wire looks to be 14-2 which would mean 15 amps.
26044
Judging from the wire size, I would take a guess less than 5 amps like GB suggested. The wire looks like it's in the 16 to 18 gauge area.
1777151
Not thermal, yes it will trip around 15A, if you breaker doesn't trip first.
1492201
18 gauge. It's not really the thickness of the wire but it is the outside coating that makes this the wire to use. Any thicker wire and it is harder to install...just a thought