#30 AMP GENERATOR CORD INSTALL#
Therefore, you should install a 50-foot (15 m) 10-gauge extension cord that can handle that much current with no problem. So if you’re running a fridge, which can use about 1,000 watts, and four 100-watt lightbulbs, you’re using about 1,500 watts or about 6 amps. A typical generator puts out about 7,500 watts (or 30 amps at 240 volts). You also have to consider the number of watts your generator can handle. The issue with this setup isn’t just the obvious length difference.
You could theoretically buy a 30-foot (9.14-m) generator cord, plug it into your generator, and have enough length to reach the breaker box. Let’s say your shed is 50 feet (15 m) away from your house, and you want to power some lights and maybe a fridge. Ideal Length of a Stationary Generator Cord
To better illustrate how long a generator cord should be, I’ll give you a couple of hypothetical examples based on the type of generator you have. A thicker cord can carry more current and can be longer than a thinner cord. The higher the wattage, the shorter the cord you’ll need. If you have a portable generator, you’ll need a shorter cord than if you have a stationary generator. There are a few factors that will affect how long your generator cord can be, such as:
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