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Default Gauge for 100 ft. extension cord

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On Tue, 6 Jun 2017 15:17:10 -0700 (PDT), Andy
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I have an air compressor that uses 13.5 amps.
What gauge would I need for a 100 ft. extension cord ?
Thanks,
Andy




... depends on the voltage.
John T.


The voltage does not matter. It is all the current and distance.