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3 Things to Know About Using an 18-Gauge Cord for LED Lights

  1. It is safe for LED lights under 100 watts At 120 volts, 100 watts pulls about 0.8 amps. A 50-foot 18-gauge cord is rated for around 10 amps, giving you massive headroom.

  2. The cord’s construction matters more than the gauge Use an outdoor-rated cord if it goes outside. Do not plug multiple cords into each other.

  3. Avoid pinching or covering the cord Do not run the cord under rugs or through windows where a door can pinch it. That is where fires actually start.

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