Not all extension cords are created equal. This much is clear to anyone who looks at two different extension cords with different wattage ratings. The American Wire Gauge System is the system by which industry professionals assign extension cords with number values that correspond to their wattage capacities. In that system, all extension cords are assigned gauge numbers. The higher the gauge, the smaller the cord’s diameter and its wattage capacity. These numbers are important indicators of an extension cord’s performance, but they are, unfortunately, often Continue reading →