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Yes, you need to purchase an outdoor extension cord. Only the outdoor cord will protect the electric wiring from snow and rain. You can purchase an outdoor extension cord at your local hardware store.
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Yes, there are outdoor extension cords that are specifically designed to be used outdoors. These cords have a more durable construction and are typically weatherproof or water-resistant to withstand different outdoor conditions. They are often made with thicker insulation and have specialized plugs and sockets to ensure safety in outdoor settings.
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What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
What is correct extension cord amp load for a 5500 volt generator?
Extension cords are not used at 5500 volts.
Un-fused multiple outlet extension cords should?
should not be used
Why some of the appliances perform quite unsatisfactory when long extension cords are used?
Too much voltage dropped in the resistance of the extension cord is why some appliances become unsatisfactory over time.
Where can you find extension cords made especially for kitchen appliances such as a refrigerator or dishwasher?
Extension cords are to used for temporary extended voltage supplies only. The electrical code is very specific about this. Additional circuits are going to have to be hard wire installed and being appliance outlets they should be dedicated circuits only. This means one 15 amp breaker directly from the distribution panel to the new appliance receptacle and nothing else on the circuit. As extension cords are covered in the electrical code, an installation that uses them as a permanent supply and if it faults and creates a fire, you might be hard pressed to get any money out of your insurance company.
What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
What is correct extension cord amp load for a 5500 volt generator?
Extension cords are not used at 5500 volts.
Un-fused multiple outlet extension cords should?
should not be used
What are the uses for standard premium and progrades of outdoor extension cords?
Standard grade extension cords are made for the home owner where they will be used in temporary situations and not carry a heavy load. The difference between standard and premium is the wire size. The standard cords have a #16 conductor and the premium have #14 or #12 conductors. These cords have a insulation rating of 300 volts. Pro grades of cords are used on construction sites where they come under sever use. They are usually insulated rated at 600 volts and come in sizes from #12 to #10 for hand tool use over long distances. Heavier cords #8 and #6 are used to feed sub panels which are located all over the site.
Can extension cords be used when operating a compessor or pump?
Not recommended, but may be used if gauge of wire is large enough to acommodate required amps.
Why some of the appliances perform quite unsatisfactory when long extension cords are used?
Too much voltage dropped in the resistance of the extension cord is why some appliances become unsatisfactory over time.
Where can you find extension cords made especially for kitchen appliances such as a refrigerator or dishwasher?
Extension cords are to used for temporary extended voltage supplies only. The electrical code is very specific about this. Additional circuits are going to have to be hard wire installed and being appliance outlets they should be dedicated circuits only. This means one 15 amp breaker directly from the distribution panel to the new appliance receptacle and nothing else on the circuit. As extension cords are covered in the electrical code, an installation that uses them as a permanent supply and if it faults and creates a fire, you might be hard pressed to get any money out of your insurance company.
Why are wires covered in plastic when extension cords are made?
As with any cable or cord set the outer jacket is used to protect the inner current carrying conductors. Jackets are made of various hard wearing materials depending on the type of location and duty use the cords and cables will be subjected to. The wires are covered with insulation to stop them from shorting out between themselves and between themselves and ground.
Why wires are covered in plastic when extension cords are are made?
As with any cable or cord set the outer jacket is used to protect the inner current carrying conductors. Jackets are made of various hard wearing materials depending on the type of location and duty use the cords and cables will be subjected to. The wires are covered with insulation to stop them from shorting out between themselves and between themselves and ground.
Metal used for electrical wire?
The metal utilized to create electrical wire is called copper electrical and it used to be covered in rubber, but now only extension cords are covered in rubber.
Some electrical appliances perform quite unsatisfactory when long extension cords are used Why?
Wire has resistance to current flow. The more wire the more resistance.
Why shouldn't extension leads be coiled up tightly when in use?
This is because it is acting like a transformer. A transformer is made by tightly coiling insulated wire neatly in parallel around a rod or tubing, and it generates a lot of heat. One of the worst things you can do is to use an extension cord while it is still neatly rolled up around a core of a drum. It is then behaving like a transformer and the lead cord gets quite warm. The reason extension cords should not be used while coiled is that the heat melts the plastic insulation around the cord, the now-bare wires short-circuit, and it will explode . Uncoil extension cords before you use them.
