I have a (25FT) heavy duty extension cord rated at a maximum of 600V and 14 AWG. Given to me from a friend while moving I think he used it for a generator. Can I still use it for small stuff like a computer or drill or lamp or fan? Just thinking about a voltage loss because of thicker wire or would this not make enough of a noticeable loss if any ? Trying to see if I would ever even use it.
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You won’t really encounter a situation where a wire has a minimum voltage.
Your cord is a standard cord.
600v is the max but you shouldn’t even see something that is 600v with that sort of connector.
The max amperage is 15-20 amp and that depends on a few things like if it’s a sustained load or something that won’t run constantly (example a microwave can pull more but since they usually only run for a few minutes it’s allowed)
Most breakers in the us are 15 amp anyway so you likely won’t have to worry about it.
Tldr. You are fine using the cord for virtually anything if it fits. The only real fear is daisy chaining splitters. It’s very hard to pull 15 amps from a couple things. Outside of major appliances like a washing machine/clothes dryer.
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