Extension Cord Gauge For Griots 6" ROP

[Nightwing]

I purchased the GG 6" Random Orbital Polisher, with the 25' cord, since I live in an apt. with outside outlets. I didn't know, if there was anyone like me, as to what gauge of the extension cord should one obtain to plug into the 16 gauge Griots 6" polisher?

If you're like me here is what I found. Cord gauge is a measurement of cord width. Thin cords have a high gauge, and thick cords have a low gauge. Thick electrical, or low gauge, cords can carry more electric current and can stretch longer distances. As a general rule, cords less than 50-feet (15 meters) long should be a minimum of 16-gauge. Cords over 50-feet (15 meters) long should be 14-gauge for low-drain or 12-gauge for high-drain equipment.

Particularly long extension cords, such as those used outside, should be a lower gauge. Any cord over 50-feet (15 meters) should be a minimum of 14-gauge. If the cord is needed for anything with large power spikes, such as an electric saw or leaf blower, then it should be a minimum of 12-gauge. - Wisegeek

[Colinpd137]

I have a 50ft 12 gauge I use all my equipment with when needed & never had any problems.

(4 polishers, steamer, extractor, ect)

[AaronC]

thanks for the info. I need an extension cord and didnt know the difference but now i do! thank you.

[HateSwirls]

Same here.

I have a 50ft 12 gauge I use all my equipment with when needed & never had any problems.

(4 polishers, steamer, extractor, ect)

[Bunky]

You can get away a smaller gauge cord for a GG but if you are going to buy an extension cord get a 12 AWG since it will run anything you need in the future.

[KS_Detailing]

I have a 50ft 12 gauge I use all my equipment with when needed & never had any problems.

(4 polishers, steamer, extractor, ect)

Same here 12 gauge cords cost some $ but better to do it the right way.

[vet]

I use a 12 ga. extension cord also. In fact, I bought a couple extra when I came across them at going-out-of business sales, so I have a 25', a 50', and the one I made, which is ? long.

If you're buying one specifically, get the 12 ga. I wouldn't get one less than 14 ga., for sure.

[Bill1234]

Us wire and cable has a 100ft 12 gauge for 100 dollars, also made in usa !

[shagnat]

Us wire and cable has a 100ft 12 gauge for 100 dollars, also made in usa !

You'd need a freakin' winch to haul it around...

[beamerstrumpet]

See this...
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...-cord-mod.html

Its a HF but the principal is the same.