Anyone waterproof extention cords?

[norfolkgarden]

The slang for connecting two extension cords together is called daisy chaining.
As mentioned by several people earlier it can cause the extension cords to heat up.
If you use two extension cords and run a higher amperage motor from them you can melt two cords together. Where the cords plug into each other often generates the most heat.
Part of the problem some people do it anyway without thinking is because two 50 foot, 14 gauge, extension cords are more likely to be handy and are much cheaper than one 100 foot, 12 gauge, extension cord.

A good 100 foot, 12 gauge, extension cord will cost you about $100.

 

[Forsaken77]

Did you waterproof the connection? If so how did you do it?

I'm surprised nobody gave you this suggestion yet... Waterproof silicone gaskets.

https://www.amazon.com/Weatherproof...Mwebp_QL65&keywords=waterproof+extension+cord

 

[Denniswbliss]

Actually, it is the opposite that happens. The longer the cord the larger the voltage drop. To compensate for the lower voltage, some equipment will draw more current. More current means more heat. More heat = bad things and can start a fire.

You are rite like I said I'm no electrician but by your reply everyone is clear now.

 

[ca1ore]

Buddy of mine is an electrician and he always told me that the reason daisy chaining extension cords is against code is because of the potential for people to do stupid things - like putting a small gauge cord onto a high draw device. If I MUST do it, I always make sure the added cord is at least a gauge above. So, 12 gauge cord on a 14 gauge EB8, as a example.

I just make sure any of my electrical connections are well away from the splash zone, and use drip loops.

 

[harryball69]

After years of nagging. There's a small closet behind my tank. I finally got to make it my tank room. I hav ran my wires thru the wall. Wired up the closet with a gfi. Light and shelves for storage. Now water has no chance of getting my wires. All my things are in a set spot. I think it's safe ..