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Discussion in 'Prime Plug-in Charging' started by Kedavis, Jul 12, 2019.

  1. Kedavis

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    I just got my Prime Advanced last week. cord.jpg So far I'm charging at public stations or at home with a 100' extension cord about as thick as a pen (see photo). It gets warm but not hot. Which replacement option is best?
    1. The 110V outlet I'm using is 50' away so I could get a 50' heavy duty extension cord.
    2. I have a 220V outlet 70' away so I could get an adapter and a 75' heavy duty extension cord.
    3. I could get the 220V adapter and keep using my 100' extension cord.
    4. I could stick with my 100' cord at 110V.
    5. I could limit my charging to public stations.
     
    #1 Kedavis, Jul 12, 2019
  2. Rob43

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    You're asking two different questions, but I'll condense them into one answer.

    Spend the money & buy a quality 10 AWG cord in your needed length.



    Rob43
     
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    With that cord you can choose whatever voltage you prefer.


    Rob43

    PS, I'm building a new style very high quality 240v adapter for $39 shipped.
     
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