I did a quick search on this forum and didn't find the answer so I hope someone out there can help as I am not an electrician. What is the difference between all the 25' 30 amp extension cords out there? The prices seem to range any where from $30 to over $100. All are 10 gauge wire. What else is there I should be aware of and look for?Not really fond of using an extension cord to start with, but lately we have found some state parks, especially in Kentucky, with the power poles spaced between campsites and farther than my regular 25' power cord.thanks

Hi,Once difference is whether the wire is flexible in cold weather. Another is Ultra Violet protection for the rubber sheath.Flexible in cold weather is nice.I had cords created for various lengths.

Also take a good look at the connectors. Are the cheap looking or well made. In either case if you use an extension cord, it’s good to not let the connections get wet.

For occasional use get the cheap one.

wildtoad wrote:Also take a good look at the connectors. Are the cheap looking or well made. In either case if you use an extension cord, it’s good to not let the connections get wet.When my connectors fail (older cords) the replacement includes handles. I know some fill their DIY connectors with silicon calk but I want the ability to take they apart and clean with baking soda and vinegar and never had a rain problem. Plus the blades and then the inside will get wet anyway unless they are covered. Wire quality can be a concern. Copper coated aluminum for example.Lower voltage can be a concern depending upon load, wire quality and pedestal voltage.

The first 2 on Amazon had a 5 star rating and under $50. Check the reviews.

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CA_Traveler
Explorer III
Dec 23, 2019
The first 2 on Amazon had a 5 star rating and under $50. Check the reviews.
CA_Traveler
Explorer III
Dec 23, 2019
wildtoad wrote:
Also take a good look at the connectors. Are the cheap looking or well made. In either case if you use an extension cord, it’s good to not let the connections get wet.
When my connectors fail (older cords) the replacement includes handles.

I know some fill their DIY connectors with silicon calk but I want the ability to take they apart and clean with baking soda and vinegar and never had a rain problem. Plus the blades and then the inside will get wet anyway unless they are covered.

Wire quality can be a concern. Copper coated aluminum for example.

Lower voltage can be a concern depending upon load, wire quality and pedestal voltage.
time2roll
Nomad
Dec 23, 2019
For occasional use get the cheap one.
wildtoad
Explorer II
Dec 23, 2019
Also take a good look at the connectors. Are the cheap looking or well made. In either case if you use an extension cord, it’s good to not let the connections get wet.
pianotuna
Nomad III
Dec 23, 2019
Hi,

Once difference is whether the wire is flexible in cold weather. Another is Ultra Violet protection for the rubber sheath.

Flexible in cold weather is nice.

I had cords created for various lengths.

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