| Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords |
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Use this handy chart to determine the best extension cord for your equipment.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords | Extension Cord Length | Nameplate
Amperes | 25' |
50' | 75' | 100' | 150' | 200' | 0 -5 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 5.1 - 8 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 10 | -- | 8.1 -12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 10 | -- | -- | 12.1 - 15 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | -- | -- | 15.1 - 20 | 10 | 10 | 10 | -- | -- | -- |
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