Extension cord help

[oldpro1946]

I recently read a thread here that talked about extension cords for the MES40.  I can't find it now, can someone help, please.  I need to try and narrow my temp swings.  I will try a heat sink next time but the extension cord might help also.

 

[hamrhead1971]

Using an extension cord should not be a problem depending on size and length. How long of a cord are you using and what gauge is it?
Always use the shortest cord possible.
Up to 25 ft, a 14 ga will work.
For 50 ft, I would use 12 ga.
But if you have to go 100 ft, I would go 10 ga.

 

[mummel]

Get a 12/3 25 foot cord on Amazon for $22. 

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• mummel
• May 13, 2015

 

[daveomak]

I recently read a thread here that talked about extension cords for the MES40.  I can't find it now, can someone help, please.  I need to try and narrow my temp swings.  I will try a heat sink next time but the extension cord might help also.

Fill the water pan with washed gravel....

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/192062/mes-extension-cords#post_1368734

 

[holyfeld]

I'm confused.

How does an extension cord help with temperature swings in an MES-40?

 

[mummel]

I'm confused.

How does an extension cord help with temperature swings in an MES-40?

He probably wants to move it into an area that has less wind. 

 

[mummel]

Guys, I found a 100 ft 12/3 gauge cord for $40 at Home Depot: http://www.homedepot.com/p/U-S-Wire...w001rw&cm_mmc=CJ-_-6147271-_-11210757&cj=true