#2 extension cord

[jcboxlot]

Ok to use or not on a #2.  I got a perm base at auction and need to run 6-8 foot in addition to one on smoker.

OK or nope?

Cord specs to look for ?

I searched and didn’t see see too much negative.


Thanks

 

[DivotMaker]

I use a 50' 12/3 contractor-grade cord with no problems.  Stay away from 14/3 unless it's like 10', imo.

 

[1stlink]

I agree with Tony that a 10 foot 14 gage would not be a problem.

14 gage wire is rated at: 15 amps, 1800 watts @ 120 volts which will easily carry the load of a #2.
Length is another consideration because of voltage drop. Tony's 12/3 is super imho..

 

[Barrel99]

Like Tony I have used a 50' 12/3 contractor-grade cord without any problems.

 

[jcboxlot]

12/3 worked perfect.  Thanks for the info.  Found a 10" on ebay.  Tricky to find those under 50".

John

 

[DivotMaker]

Good deal, John! 

 

[goldentouch]

I use a 25 ft 12/3 commerical grade without any problems.