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electrical extension cord cable size Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required load. Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can burn out the appliance and overheat the cord. Current in Amperes 2.5 5 7.5 10 15 20 25 30 40 Load in Watts At 120V At 240V 300 600 600 1200 900 1800 1200 2400 1800 3600 2400 4800 3000 6000 3600 7200 4800 9600 #8 Wire 175 ft. 150 ft. 125 ft. 90 ft. Maximum Allowable Cord Length #10 Wire #12 Wire #14 Wire 1000 ft. 600 ft. 375 ft. 500 ft. 300 ft. 200 ft. 350 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft. 250 ft. 150 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft. 125 ft. 75 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft. #16 Wire 250 ft. 125 ft. 100 ft. 50 ft. electric motor loads It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their running current while starting. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start "Code G" electric motors; however, if an electric motor fails to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage. Always check the requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the generator. Motor Size (H.P.) 1/8 1/6 1/4 1/3 1/2 3/4 1 Running Watts 275 275 400 450 600 850 1100 Watts Required to Start Motor Repulsion Induction Capacitor Split Phase 600 850 1200 600 850 2050 850 1050 2400 975 1350 2700 1300 1800 3600 1900 2600 - 2500 3300 - Page - English