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   Andy to jf...@my-deja.com   
   Re: Ampacity of 18 gauge wire   
   07 Sep 18 10:13:47   
   
   From: andrewkennedy775@gmail.com   
      
   On Friday, September 7, 2018 at 9:15:11 AM UTC-5, jf...@my-deja.com wrote:   
   > On Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 7:05:57 AM UTC-7, Andy wrote:   
   > > I looked at an ampacity table but it was confusing.   
   > >    
   > > Would a 4 ft. length of 18 AWG wire be ok for a 10 amp load.? (Circular   
   saw)   
   > >    
   > > Thanks,   
   > >         Andy   
   >    
   > This is a false economy.  You can get a 6 ft 16 gauge extension cord, rated   
   for 13A, from Lowe's for US$1.78 plus tax and interest on your credit card.    
   My opinion is that for this small amount of money, it is not worth risking   
   your life by being a    
   cheapskate.   
      
   Not being a cheapskate. Just frugal.   
      
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