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Cord size

Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by 432bullet, Dec 6, 2016.

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  1. Dec 6, 2016 #1
    432bullet

    432bullet Out Of The Brooder

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    You said you have a 150 ft outdoor extension cord. If it is at least 12 gage it should work, a 10 gage would be a lot better at that distance.
     
  3. Dec 7, 2016 #2
    Rod-T

    Rod-T Chillin' With My Peeps

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    What ya trying to power? A light?
    12 guage is good for 20 amps. .10 is good for 30..
    Likely a 12 if fine at 150 feet.. for most coop needs
     

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