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50 ft. 16/3 Light Duty Indoor/Outdoor Extension Cord, Orange

$19.98
  • Light duty extension cord for everyday use
  • Designed for both indoor and outdoor use
  • Provides 50 feet of reach for convenience
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This HDX 50 ft. 16/3 Light-Duty Indoor/Outdoor Extension Cord is designed to create greater flexibility on projects requiring the use of electrical components. It features a 3-prong plug. It has a durable strain relief to make sure the plug is securely connected with the cable. 13 Amp, 125-Volt, with a maximum wattage capacity of 1,625-Watt and the cord is insulated for 300 Volts.

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Product Information

Internet # 202523960

Model # HD#277-517

Store SKU # 277517

Store SO SKU #277517

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Specifications

Details

Cord Color

Orange

Cord Length (ft.)

50 ft

Features

No Additional Features

Gauge

16

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor

Jacket Material

PVC

Maximum Amperage (A)

13 A

Number of Conductors

3

Number of Receptacles

1

Pack Size

1

Plug Configuration

5-15

Receptacle Configuration

5-15

Returnable

90-Day

Voltage (V)

125 V

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

No Warranty

Questions & Answers

What is the width of the cable? I don't want to order the wrong raceway / brackets for it
ByJun 5, 2026
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

The width(diameter) of the cable ranges from 7.70mm to 7.90mm.

By|Jun 11, 2026


    Can this 25 ft cord be used with a Black & Decker 17 in. 3.2 Amp Corded Dual Action Electric Hedge Trimmer?
    ByMay 30, 2026
    1 Answer | 
    Answer This Question

    Yes, this 25 ft. 16/3 Light Duty Indoor/Outdoor Extension Cord can be used with a Black & Decker 17 in. 3.2 Amp Corded Dual Action Electric Hedge Trimmer, as the trimmer's power draw is well within the cord's rated capacity.

    By|Jun 2, 2026


      Can I use it with a lawn edger?
      ByMay 14, 2026
      1 Answer | 
      Answer This Question

      Yes, it can be used with a lawn edger for light-duty applications, provided the Lawn Edger’s power requirements do not exceed 10A, 1250 Watts.

      By|Jun 20, 2026

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        Can i use this for my 120V, 60Hz, 15amp treadmill?
        ByMar 26, 2026
        1 Answer | 
        Answer This Question

        This 25 ft. 16/3 light-duty extension cord is not recommended for a 120V, 15-amp treadmill as it is suitable for Light-duty appliances. A treadmill is not considered a light-duty appliance. Treadmills typically require a dedicated outlet or a heavier-duty extension cord (such as 12-gauge) to safely handle the load.

        By|Mar 30, 2026


          Can this be used for a hairdryer?
          ByJan 3, 2026
          1 Answer | 
          Answer This Question

          This 25 ft. 16/3 Light Duty Indoor/Outdoor Orange Extension Cord is not recommended to use as hair dryers draw a lot of power, and a 16/3 light-duty extension cord can overheat. For safety, we recommended using a heavy-duty 14/3 or 12/3 cord (rated 15A or higher).

          By|Jan 5, 2026


            Need to get extension cord for my sump pump what should I use
            ByNov 29, 2025
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            This extension cord is designed for light duty applications only and it's likely too undersized and not safe for heavy motor loads like a sump pump. We recommend to look for a bigger gauge instead.

            By|Jun 8, 2026

              (1)

              What is UL rating for the power cord
              ByOct 27, 2025
              1 Answer | 
              Answer This Question

              10 Amps, 125 Volts, 1,250 Watts

              By|Oct 29, 2025


                Is it waterproof? Can it be left outdoors for a long time? Is it safe in rainy days?
                BySep 11, 2025
                1 Answer | 
                Answer This Question

                This extension cord is not completely waterproof, but it is water-resistant. You can safely use it outdoors and during light rain; however, please avoid submerging it in water or exposing it to heavy rainfall.

                By|Oct 29, 2025


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                  4.7 out of 5

                  • 4.7 out of 4,694 reviews
                  • 92% recommend this product
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                  Light to move around and useful for long distances. We used this for setting up a pitching machine for our baseball program. Two cords connected together worked great! Packs up tight.
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                  It does the job, but the quality isn't amazing and either from cheaper manufacturing or the way it's packlaged the kinks are in there pretty firmly and are murder when trying to put it away remotely neatly.
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                  This affordable 100 foot extension cord has worked perfectly for about 20 strings of Christmas lights. It seems very durable and hs handled the snow, rain and high winds like a champ.
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                  Nice price on these cords. They carry more expensive rods but these were all I needed to put up my Christmas lights (up lighted).
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                  This 100 ft. extension cord works exactly as expected and is a good value for the price. It feels well-constructed and durable. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.
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                  Bad quality
                  Second time I used it with my blower it over heated . I was not able to unplug it from the blower. It eventually came out but it pull out one of the blower’s electric prongs. Now I have to replace by blower and electric cord.
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                    3 found this review helpful
                    Lightweight and great to use with corded lawnmower
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                    I will have to return this purchase. The cord was working great until it overheated while using the electric trimmer.. The black insulation bubbled out of the plug. I will try again.
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                    7 found this review helpful
                    Went up in smoke after a few months
                    Went up in smoke after a few months. Bought it in June this year. At first i enjoyed using this cord to plug in my electric leaf blower as my construction guy had recommended it. The length was suitable for my large yard. Unfortunately After a couple of months the outlet burned and was melted and smoky while using it even though the power ratings said it was suitable. Will not buy again unfortunately.
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                      3 found this review helpful
                      Good quality extension cord
                      This is a great extension cord. It is thick and sturdy, and it's made in the Philippines. My only complaint is the bright orange color, which I expect will get dirtied and discolored quickly.
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                        Gauge

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                        Number of Outlets

                        1
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                        Indoor/Outdoor Use

                        Weather Resistant