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Ross Hebeisen Ross Hebeisen is offline
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Default generator/extension cord question

the formula for figuring amp output is divide voltage into watt output
and you will have the max amp output like this 4000 watt divided by 110
volt = 36.36 amp, also 12ga wire has a 20 amp capacity and should be
fine on a 100ft. run
if you have a 15 amp chop saw 15amp x 110 volts gives you 1650 amp
draw.
ross