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By-the-Foot 8/4 600-Volt CU Black Flexible Portable Power SOOW Cord

$4.83 /foot
  • #8 AWG Portable Power Cord - Sold by the Foot (continuos)
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  • Notice: This item has a min. order qty of 6ft and a max of 150ft
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Southwire's Viper SOOW portable rubber cord is used for wiring industrial machinery, motors and associated equipment, portable tools and equipment and temporary electrical power and lighting installations for construction sites. Also used for flex applications in harsh environments where the highest degree of oil resistance and extended service life are essential. Can be used in wet or dry locations.

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Q:Can this power cord be used to connect to a 12 kw portable generator to a house for emergency power
by|Apr 7, 2020
3 Answers
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A:  Please contact our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

by|Apr 8, 2020

    A:  Generally a 8/4 less than 50ft the max amp you would want flowing through the cable is 40 amps (4.8Kw) peak with a continuous load of 80% of that (32A or 3,840w). For lengths greater than 50ft however a 30A (3600w) peak or continuous 25A/3000w load.

    by|Jan 29, 2022
      1 found this answer helpful

      A:  Yes, this wire is rated for up to 600 volts, and at 50 amps. My generator makes 12000 watts, and this is the correct cord for that application.

      by|May 31, 2020
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      Q:Why can I not ad 75 feet to my cart? It says I must reduce quantity, but the listing says up to 1...
      by|Dec 9, 2019
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      A:  I would call home depot. Looks like someone coded an error into the website (my opinion). Since the whole spool is 289ish dollars and 75 ft is about 60 dollars less

      by|Oct 14, 2021
        1 found this answer helpful

        A:  Inventory has been reloaded please trying your purchase again.

        by|Oct 14, 2021
          1 found this answer helpful

          A:  Richard, I think the issue might have been with not having enough inventory loaded to meet your desired quantity. The inventory has been updated for this item, please try again and let us know if the issue persists.

          by|Oct 14, 2021
            1 found this answer helpful
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            Q:Will this fit in a half inch cgb?
            by|Mar 16, 2018
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            A:  No!

            by|May 5, 2023

              A:  The outer diameter is just over 3/4 of an inch, 0.780 inches. You would need to measure the device to be sure but it is substantially larger than a half inch in diameter.

              by|Oct 14, 2021
                1 found this answer helpful

                A:  Not sure of you question but according to Allied Wire and Cable (AWC) the cable is nominally 0.78 inched in diameter. http://www.awcwire.com/part.aspx?partname=soow-8/4

                by|May 5, 2023
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                  A:  Please consult with your local electrician. The above advice is based upon the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC). Free access to the latest version of the NEC is available online at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess. The NEC and local building codes regulate the types of wire and cable that can be used in specific electrical applications, as well as the manner of installation. Check your local building codes before you start any wiring and cable electrical project and be sure to obtain required permits. When your work is complete, always have it inspected for compliance with local codes to ensure that it has been safely installed.

                  by|May 5, 2023
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                    Q:is this solid or stranded wire?
                    by|Feb 15, 2018
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                    A:  Stranded.

                    by|May 5, 2023

                      A:  Stranded

                      by|May 5, 2023
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                        A:  The four leads are all fine stranded, probably 30+ strands per lead... Benefit: This helps for flexibility if you needed to wind it around sharp bends like I had too... Caution: If you want the confidence of non-stranded current load benefits (solid copper), you might want to look at other choices! Food For Thought: Myself, I went with a higher load rating power cord than I actually needed, and enjoyed the amazing flexibility! (You will be totally surprised about the flexibility too, if you follow my Over-Rating advice:-)

                        by|Oct 14, 2021
                          4 found this answer helpful

                          A:  These are solid conductors.

                          by|May 29, 2023
                            2 found this answer helpful

                            A:  Stranded.

                            by|Nov 12, 2021
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                              BUYER BEWARE NOT UL LISTED
                              BUYER BEWARE this cable is not UL listed as stated by home depot. check the part number 55809343 BUYER BEWARE
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                              You are correct this particular option is not UL.
                                Great product and service. I'm satisfied. I'll be back........hummmm. as a matter of fact today. ...
                                Great product and service. I'm satisfied. I'll be back........hummmm. as a matter of fact today. In store purchase later this evening
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                                8/4 SOOW cable
                                4 wire SOOW cable. Quality as most Southwire products
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                                I bought this for an emergency generator. I hope I...
                                I bought this for an emergency generator. I hope I never need to find out how well it works. I did do a test run to check my connections. But I am not sure of the rating 12,000 watt capacity.
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                                    I was very thankful that I could get exactly what...
                                    I was very thankful that I could get exactly what I wanted and at a great price. I did not want to buy a full spool of wire at over $400. Thank you Home Depot.
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                                        Cord is being used to supply power to a temporary...
                                        Cord is being used to supply power to a temporary panel from a 10 KW generator. Cord is strong, flexible, weatherproof, durable and doing the job as intended.
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                                          Excellent product, very easy to work with.
                                          Excellent product, very easy to work with.
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