– Electricity traveling along a cord meets resistance along the way, so a 100-foot, 14-gauge cord delivers less power than a 50-foot, 14-gauge cord. Typically, the thicker the wire, the more ...

Extension cords and power strips are typically safe for everyday electronics, but they can become hazardous when used with ...

That's why you can't use extension cords and/or power strips for any appliances, because they should be used for electronics only." Read more: Never Put a Space Heater in These 9 Places 5.