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The best extension cord is a short one so that voltage drop does not occur. The cord should be able to reach the supply receptacle and be just long enough to reach the car. Do not use a 50 foot cord and roll it up if the vehicle is just 10 feet away. This cord should have a wire size so that is can handle the load of the block heater. A #12 AWG extension cord will handle a 200 watt block heater very nicely.
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What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
Does a long extension cord draw more power than a short extension cord?
No. However, a longer extension cord has higher resistance for a given wire gauge or size compared to a short extension cord and the voltage at the load device may drop so low that it doesn't work properly. This may also be accompanied by a noticeable rise in the temperature of the extension cord. As a rule, use the shortest extension cord that will get the job done. If the extension cord must be long, use one that has heavy gauge wire to minimize voltage drop at the load.
What is the best size wire for a welder extension cord?
25 percent larger wire for 50 feet.
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
What is the most number of outlets on a multi outlet extension cord?
The most number of outlets on a multi outlet extension cord are six. Any more then six outlets on an outlet extension cord and it would become dangerous.
Is it acceptable by OSHA to plug an extension cord into another extension cord-?
You can plug an extension cord into another extension cord. A extension cord is to help make doing something easier.
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What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
Does a long extension cord draw more power than a short extension cord?
No. However, a longer extension cord has higher resistance for a given wire gauge or size compared to a short extension cord and the voltage at the load device may drop so low that it doesn't work properly. This may also be accompanied by a noticeable rise in the temperature of the extension cord. As a rule, use the shortest extension cord that will get the job done. If the extension cord must be long, use one that has heavy gauge wire to minimize voltage drop at the load.
Where is the plug in to plug your van in the winter?
open the hood, look for the extension cord look like, usually it's near on top of the headlights.
What is the use of extension c holder?
An extension cord holder is used to hold an extension cord. It wraps around the holder, for easy release and withdrawal.
Is it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in?
Yes, it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in.
Can you plug in an iPod touch wall charger to an extension cord?
Yes, you can put the iPod Touch wall charger into an extension cord. That extension cord has to be plugged into a wall to be able to charge the iPod, though.
How do you use an extension cord as a replacement cord?
noob it up
What is the best size wire for a welder extension cord?
25 percent larger wire for 50 feet.
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
What marks are left on a child that has been whooped with a looped cord?
What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye.
