{"id":5019,"date":"2024-10-11T13:41:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T13:41:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/blog\/?p=5019"},"modified":"2025-03-14T09:36:10","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T09:36:10","slug":"a-guide-to-choose-ensure-the-right-use-of-extension-cord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/blog\/post\/a-guide-to-choose-ensure-the-right-use-of-extension-cord","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Choose &#038; Ensure the Right Use of Extension Cord"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1228.5px;margin-left: calc(-5% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-5% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.375%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.375%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.375%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.375%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:2.375%;--awb-spacing-left-small:2.375%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Are longer extension cords safe?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Long power extension are safe to use for high-power items that require 12-gauge wire. 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If your device gets damaged due to this practice, the manufacturer's warranty compensates for it.\"\n    }\n  }]\n}\n<\/script><div class=\"fusion-content-boxes content-boxes columns row fusion-columns-1 fusion-columns-total-1 fusion-content-boxes-1 content-boxes-icon-with-title content-left\" style=\"--awb-item-margin-top:1px;--awb-item-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-margin-top:1px;--awb-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-circle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color4);\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div style=\"--awb-backgroundcolor:rgba(255,255,255,0);\" class=\"fusion-column content-box-column content-box-column content-box-column-1 col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-sm-12 fusion-content-box-hover content-box-column-last content-box-column-last-in-row\"><div class=\"col content-box-wrapper content-wrapper link-area-box content-icon-wrapper-yes icon-hover-animation-none\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div class=\"heading heading-with-icon icon-left\"><div class=\"icon\"><span style=\"height:42px;width:42px;line-height:22px;border-color:rgba(255,255,255,0);border-width:1px;border-style:solid;background-color:var(--awb-color8);box-sizing:content-box;border-radius:50%;\"><i style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color8);border-width:1px;background-color:var(--awb-color7);box-sizing:content-box;height:40px;width:40px;line-height:40px;border-radius:50%;position:relative;top:auto;left:auto;margin:0;border-radius:50%;font-size:20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fontawesome-icon fa-list-ul fas circle-yes\"><\/i><\/span><\/div><p class=\"content-box-heading\" style=\"--body_typography-font-size:24px;line-height:29px;\">Table of Contents<\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<hr \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"awb-toc-el awb-toc-el--1\" data-awb-toc-id=\"1\" data-awb-toc-options=\"{&quot;allowed_heading_tags&quot;:{&quot;h2&quot;:0},&quot;ignore_headings&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;ignore_headings_words&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;enable_cache&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;highlight_current_heading&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;hide_hidden_titles&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;limit_container&quot;:&quot;post_content&quot;,&quot;select_custom_headings&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:&quot;fa-angle-double-right fas&quot;,&quot;counter_type&quot;:&quot;custom_icon&quot;}\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-item-font-family:&#039;Bookman Old Style&#039;, serif;--awb-item-font-style:italic;--awb-item-font-weight:700;--awb-item-overflow:hidden;--awb-item-white-space:nowrap;--awb-item-text-overflow:ellipsis;\"><div class=\"awb-toc-el__content\"><ul class=\"awb-toc-el__list awb-toc-el__list--0\"><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_How_to_Choose_the_Right_Extension_Cable\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>How to Choose the Right Extension Cable<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_Understand_Cord_Wattage_Limit\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>Understand Cord Wattage Limit<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_Choose_the_Right_Gauge_of_the_Wire\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>Choose the Right Gauge of the Wire&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_Length_of_the_Power_Extension\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>Length of the Power Extension&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_Ensure_the_optimal_use_of_Power_Extension\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>Ensure the optimal use of Power Extension&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_Conclusion\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>Conclusion<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"awb-toc-el__list-item\"><a class=\"awb-toc-el__item-anchor\" href=\"#toc_FAQs\"><span class=\"awb-toc-el__item-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\"><\/span><span>FAQ\u2019s&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><hr \/>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pile of entangled cables will keep increasing if you don\u2019t put in the effort to get a quality power extension for your house. One right extension can give you the neat freak workstation you desire, whether in the office or in the house. If you don\u2019t want to make a wrong purchase of cords and add more to your jumble of wire, choose the right product for once and all: A high-quality Power Extension. This blog is a complete guide for selecting, using, and caring for high-quality extension cords for their longevity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Choose the Right Extension Cable<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember the following points whether you&#8217;re buying a 100ft extension cord or a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/tripp-lite-p022-003.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3ft Extension Cord<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with lower AWG. These will help you choose the ideal product according to your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Understand Cord Wattage Limit<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every power extension is labeled with a tag that Indicates its ampere rating. Every cord is distinguished based on its power rating.\u00a0 Before buying a power extension, you must carefully analyze the amount of wattage and ampere transported from the cord to the electronic one you use it for. In technical terms, it&#8217;s called the gauge of the wire, which is determined by two elements: average and wattage. You have to remember these four important points regarding the wattage gauge of the wire:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wattage: it&#8217;s the total amount of power required by the device to run effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amperage: the amount of current flowing through the circuit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gauge of the wire dictates whether the cord is capable enough to handle the load of the device.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the current length, size, and gauge of the wire to avoid catching fire in the appliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-full wp-image-5020\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit.jpg\" alt=\"Understand Cord Wattage Limit | Direct Macro\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27538%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20538%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27538%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-200x105.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-400x210.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-600x315.jpg 600w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-768x404.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit-800x420.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wp.directmacro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Understand-Cord-Wattage-Limit.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Choose the Right Gauge of the Wire\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The commonly used parameter for the gauge of the wire is AWG (American wire gauge), which rates the wire. Household cords, which are commonly 3ft extension cords or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/tripp-lite-p004-002-abl.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2ft extension cords<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, are used to power essential appliances such as television; electronics are available anywhere between 16-gauge, 14-gauge, 12-gauge, and 10-gauge. The rating goes from smaller to bigger numbers. The smaller the number, the more capacity the power extension has, as well as the more amperage and wattage it can handle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor extension cords are required for heavy power supply and come with longer wires of around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/fellowes-99598.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50ft extension cord<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or 100 ft. Such cords come with a 12-gauge wire.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy-duty extension cords, from 10 AWG to 12 AWG, are available to handle strong currents. These cords are used in heavy-duty equipment and can handle up to 20 amps with 12 AWG. Very high-power equipment requires a 10 AWG cord to handle up to 30 amps.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USB extension cord<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is used around 24 AWG. It provides sufficient power over shorter distances; however, if you need to cover longer distances, a cord of 20 gauge to 18 gauge is perfect for transmitting power without any voltage drop.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need it for industrial purposes, the 220 extension cord is the perfect fit. It\u2019s an 8-gauge heavy-duty extension cord designed to handle extremely high power supply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Length of the Power Extension\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The length of the extension port is yet another parameter you must consider before buying a long or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">short extension cord<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, the longer cord shows more resistance to the current, which causes less electric power to transmit to the other end. Because voltage power keeps dropping the longer distances it covers to reach another end. Below are the purpose-fit pros and cons of long and short extension:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Short Extension Cords\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pros: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short power Extension provide sufficient power to your device, thus avoiding the risk of voltage fluctuation that damages the appliances.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cons:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Although using shorter cables is always efficient, they still contain high voltage power within a short distance, causing them to be highly prone to electric shock and other hazards.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Long Extension Cords:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pros:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can use a long outdoor extension cord to power the equipment despite being far away from the power source. These are made to endure harsh weather and are the safest option to transmit power over longer distances.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cons:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The voltage loss while transmitting power to a longer distance often may create challenges for machines to function efficiently.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Ensure the optimal use of Power Extension\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have the extension that meets your requirements, here are the following points to ensure its optimal use through the passage of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t string two cords to Increase its length. Stringing two cords to expand it over a longer distance can cause a fire. Instead, consider getting a long extensions cord that meets your requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t Use one Cord to power Multiple Appliances as it can overload the circuit.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid bending the coil and placing them in a place where there is too much foot fall, as it can cause accidents.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you use the power extension for its best purpose, don&#8217;t replace the outdoor cords for indoor door short cords or vice versa.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid using short cords for outdoor use as they aren&#8217;t made to endure the harsh outdoor weather conditions and may cause accidents. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are willing to make your power extension to work efficiently over a long period of time, you have to be cautious of the above-mentioned points. People who go for inexpensive options for power extension without proper consideration often end up repurchasing every other month to save time, money, and effort. When buying an power extension, whether a 3ft extension cord or, 50 ft extension cord, 10 gauge extension cord, or 18 gauge cord, get the one according to your device power requirements. You must understand the purpose of the cord, where it will be used, and the amount of power plugged into it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ\u2019s\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Are longer extension cords safe?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long power extension are safe to use for high-power items that require 12-gauge wire. Thicker cords with lower gauge numbers are a better option for outdoor or long-distance use.\u00a0 The lower the gauge number, the thicker the wire is and the more capacity it has to transmit the power current safely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How many watts for extension cord for AC?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since most air conditioners take around 500- 1500 watts and may even go higher, a\u00a012-gauge extension cord is the better option for AC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can you plug a power strip into an extension cord?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts do not suggest connecting the power strip to an because it can further increase its resistance and create the chances of burnout. It is highly unsafe to plug one power strip into another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How often should you inspect an extension cord?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ideal duration for inspecting a power cord is every three months; however, it is better to always keep an eye out for anomalies occurring at times. Still, every three months, ensure a proper checkup for functionality, wear and tear, and other technical issues that may risk unexpected accidents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can you plug a surge protector into an extension cord?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The practice of lugging a surge protector into an extension port is called a &#8220;daisy chain,&#8221; and experts have always discouraged it. Although people do it temporarily, it is always better to plug the protector directly into the wall. 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