imported_NRZ
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If i'm using a 100' 14 gauge power cord will I be ok?
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Extension Cords and a Flex Polisher
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imported_NRZ
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I have no idea the amps? I bought it at sears two years ago to run my PC and have never had a problem. Maybe i'll just be safe and get a 50' 12 gauge?
imported_Jakerooni
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Probably safer to get the 50' 12 gauge... Not sure why anyone would need a 100' cord anyways.. I have one for the RV's I have to do from time to time but even that's overkill. I'd say 25' is most common and 50' for the real long or tall jobs should be pleanty for almost anything out there. (unless you're doing planes or yatch's which always a possibility)
Jakerooni said:Probably safer to get the 50' 12 gauge... Not sure why anyone would need a 100' cord anyways.. I have one for the RV's I have to do from time to time but even that's overkill. I'd say 25' is most common and 50' for the real long or tall jobs should be pleanty for almost anything out there. (unless you're doing planes or yatch's which always a possibility)
50 ft is ideal, but sometimes the extra length is needed (i have a long driveway) IME...
imported_NRZ
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I do have a long driveway and never really know where I might end up detailing a car. Plus having the extra one will allow me to run lights or the pc without having to change cords. I'll go shopping after work!!
Thanks guys for the help.
Thanks guys for the help.
Eisen Hulk
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I have the exact same cord....I've been very happy with it.
gmblack3a said:I have a 50" yellow jacket. They are about $35 at lowes or HD. They do offer one with a triple end on it that you might find better for your application. Mine just has the single end.
With a 14 gauge 100ft cord for a 900watt Flex @ 7.5A you will lose ~14.2watts thru the cord. That results in less then a 5% voltage drop in the end, so yes, you are fine with that cord.
While I was verifying my math, I found a cool lil calculator for you guys. Halfway down the page. Just keep the voltage drop <5%. If it's higher, shorten the wire, or bump up (smaller AWG means bigger cord) the cord.
Power
While I was verifying my math, I found a cool lil calculator for you guys. Halfway down the page. Just keep the voltage drop <5%. If it's higher, shorten the wire, or bump up (smaller AWG means bigger cord) the cord.
Power