extension cords

[kecko]

I just returned the PC 7424xp that I bought and ordered a Griot's 6" polisher instead, mainly from the reviews I read on the forum so thanks to everyone for giving their opinions.

The only question I have right now is there a specific gauge extension cord I need to use with the Griot's 6" polisher??? I don't know much about electricity but I know enough that not having the proper gauge wire can be harmful to the machine.

Any advice is appreciated.

-Keith

[WindyCity]

with cords the more draw a tool uses the bigger gage you need. and a longer cord loses more current. so a 25 or 50 foot cord of a decent size will be fine...

[Calendyr]

It dépends on the length of the extension cord. The longer it is, the bigger the gauge should be. Usually you have a chart in the tool's manual stating what gauge is needed by lenght.

[kecko]

I will definitely check the manual when it comes. Was hoping that someone with the Griot's could chime in as I am running to Home Depot shortly.

Thanks for the responses so far. :)

[java]

Home depot has a extension cord chart online that tells you how amp per foot of cord.

[Bunky]

Just get a 12 AWG cord and do not worry about it. It will carry a 20A load for at least 50 ft. If the cord is labeled with 15A rating, it is because it is not using an official 20A plug/receptacle on the ends.

[kecko]

Just get a 12 AWG cord and do not worry about it. It will carry a 20A load for at least 50 ft. If the cord is labeled with 15A rating, it is because it is not using an official 20A plug/receptacle on the ends.

Funny, while I was at Home Depot I had a 25ft 12 gauge extension in my hand. I then decided to wait until I get the polisher to just see what the manual says.

Thanks for the advice!

[KMdef9]

I'd get a 50ft, 25ft I find being short time to time and have to walk around the vehicle more.

[kecko]

Point taken. TY

[VISITOR]

buy two 12 gauge 50ft cords and be done with it. if one isn't long enough you can connect them...

[LavJordan]

What I did was get a 100ft heavy guage and a outdoor suitable 3 way splitter. Also got a nice cord reel and attached the cord at the halfway mark before wounding. Sits in the back of my truck, I can always just pull out as much as I need and put the reel halfway between. Easy clean up and can power all my tools at once.

[kecko]

I saw those exact cords with the splitter. I actually picked it up to look at it. My Griot's will arrive today so I will check out those instructions and likely head over to Home Depot and pick something up.

[wytstang]

I bought a Yellow Jacket HD contractor extension cord and never looked back (yes they cost but so did my Flex)
Yellow Jacket 2805 10/3 Heavy-Duty 15-Amp SJTW Contractor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 50-Feet - - Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/Yellow-Jacket-2805-Heavy-Duty-Contractor/dp/B000BQO824/ref=pd_sim_hi_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=17QWDCJ1E60QVDPCB47J)

[AnthonyGXP]

You shouldn't need anything larger than the 16 gauge cord that is already attached to you GG6.