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Router cord??

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Router cord??

2/9/21, 3:30 PM #1

Tom Norton
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Router cord??

Tom Norton

I am finally going to replace the stuff cord on my Porter Cable router. So I was wondering what gauge wire to use?

I believe it is a 1 1/2 hp.

Thanks!!

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2/9/21, 3:36 PM #2

Jim DeLaney, Austintown, Ohio
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Jim DeLaney, Austintown, Ohio

Original was probably 18 gauge. I'd replace with 16 gauge if possible.

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2/9/21, 5:14 PM #3

Joe Fleming
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Joe Fleming

Check the amp rating on the router. If it is 13 amps or less, 16 gauge is ok. If it is 15 amps, you should use 14 gauge.

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2/9/21, 8:31 PM #4

Tom Norton
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Tom Norton

Thanks!

Another little project done!

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2/12/21, 4:23 PM #5

Pete in Holland MI
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Pete in Holland MI

14 gauge, and make it a little longer so you don't have to search out an extension cord all the time.