# Proper gauge for a 25 foot power cord

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**Created:** [August 10, 2025, 10:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/proper-gauge-for-a-25-foot-power-cord/1021916 "2025-08-10T22:00:29Z")\
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18 AWG is a bit thin for that much power. I’d go with 14.

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