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Will a 12guage 100' extension cord run a 1/2 hp 8.3 amp motor?

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Will a 12guage 100' extension cord run a 1/2 hp 8.3 amp motor?

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  1. The cord will not overheat with 8.3 amps. There will be a voltage drop of about 2.6 volts. That would be about 2% if you are using 120 volts. That is not too much voltage drop. A 12 guage cord is OK.

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