What is the max. length extension chord that can be used outdoors?
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I would get the heaviest outdoor extension cords you can find. For stuff like that, you need the real thick ones because it needs more wattage than the standard in house extension cords. Make sure you get as long as you would need to reach the corners or your yard from your plug in. Do not leave them outside, even if they are unplugged. We have everything from one hundred foot to twenty five foot for different needs and lengths. Try not to put too many together, that is why you try to get the length you will need in one cord if possible.
http://www.homedepot.com/c/factors_to_consider_when_choosing_extension_cords_HT_BG_EL
https://www.thespruce.com/extension-cord-chart-1152866
http://www.diybyexample.info/2010/07/what-size-extension-cord-do-i-need/
the longer the distance, the thicker the cord you want. it is a fire hazard to use a small cord and it is hard on the motor you are using.it can burn the motor out -look at the cord rating-ie the numbers-2/18 means 2 wires 18 gauge but you want grounded cords which will be 3/(xx)- 3 wires/ whatever gauge. the higher the number the smaller the gauge so you want a smaller number for longer distances
I've got two 50' I put together for 100'
K1958oleary is right!