As long as you use wire capable of handling 50 amps, then no problem.
That’s the first thing that I thought .As long as you use wire capable of handling 50 amps, then no problem.
More to the point, the equipment at the business end is going to be seriously shortchanged on the voltage it needs to operate; expect the cable to get really hot and self destruct if the equipment is operating at near the rating of the breaker. #6-3 wire/grd...That’s the first thing that I thought .
The wire in the extension cord would have to be rated for 50 amps as you mention, otherwise if a short occurred ,the breaker wouldn’t trip
I'm not sure I understand so let me state what I have. It's a 50 amp breaker with a 220 outlet using an old welder outlet.More to the point, the equipment at the business end is going to be seriously shortchanged on the voltage it needs to operate; expect the cable to get really hot and self destruct if the equipment is operating at near the rating of the breaker. #6-3 wire/grd...
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Being the electrical simpleton that I am, I've got it! ThanksIn simple terms as long as the extension cord is rated for 50 amps your equipment will be fine. I made a 10' and a 25' cord for my shop also. I have welders, and plasma cutter that I use all over.