Gauge of Cord for Cyclo

[Revlimiter]

As the title says I am just wondering of what gauge of extension cord I should be using with the cyclo. I would think 14 gauge would be heavy enough but iam pretty sure the cord that used to be sold on the Adams site was 12 gauge maybe this is over kill or the proper cord for the cyclo. I don't want to be running to small of a cord and end up causing the life of the polisher to be shortened.

[LFairbanks]

The bigger the cord the better.  I have probably half a dozen extension cords of various length and none are under 12 gauge.  Your tool will work better with a heavier cord.  

 

http://electrical.about.com/od/wiringcircuitry/a/extensioncordchart.htm

Edited March 30, 2014 by LFairbanks

[BluedogGMC]

If you are talking about getting a 50 foot cord I would not go any less then 12 gauge and you should be fine. 12 gauge is rated for 20 amps but it changes with longer cords.

[mc2hill]

You are correct, the Adam's cord was a 12 gauge cord, and very thick 12 gauge.  And like BluedogGMC said, a 12 gauge 50 ft. cord should do you fine. 

[thealien]

Right from the horses mouth found here.

 

It only draws 2 amps

 

Model 5-Pro: 115 V a.c., 60 Hz, 2.0A .35 h.p. (.23kW)

 

http://cyclotoolmakers.com/documents/CYCLO_manual_rev_6_24_2011FINAL.pdf

 

With the Cyclo Polisher, use only three-wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding type plugs and three-pole receptacles

that accept the tool's plug. Replace or repair damaged cords. When using this tool at a distance from the power source, a three conductor grounding type extension cord of ADEQUATE SIZE must be used for safety and to prevent the loss of power and overheating.

 

                                               Extension Cord Length Size of Wire in Cord

 

                                                 0-100 feet (0-30 m) 18 AWG (0.75mm2)

 

                                               101-250 feet (30–76 m) 16 AWG (1.0 mm2)

[BluedogGMC]

There you go, So most outdoor extension cords should work. If you do want an Adams cord you can still get them here. http://www.gpcperformance.com/Adam_s_American_Pride_Heavy_Duty_Detailers_50_Ext_p/apec-01.htm

[Revlimiter]

Thanks for the info i am going to pick up a 14 gauge 50 foot cord tomorrow since there on sale should be good with that one. I have four or five 16 gauge cords kicking around but i think ill pick up a 14 gauge just for good measure.

[Bunky]

I would also recommend a 12 AWG. It will power anything you can hook up to a standard outlet ...up to 20A capacity.  You will never have to put a "bigger" one so investment for the future like high amp blowers or string trimmers running long distances.

[Stenguyen1]

this would apply to a Porter cable or Griots polisher? 14 ga. 50 feet?

[Chewy]

this would apply to a Porter cable or Griots polisher? 14 ga. 50 feet?

You'd want to look at the draw on it, but I use a 16 gauge with my PC AND Flex and have NO issues.