Making an extension cord for the welder

[Jerry Bransford]

I can't seem to find 8/2 or even 10/2 wire with the usual rubber sheath around it to make a short 10'-15' extension cord for my 220v welder, and I don't want to use Romex. I've called a couple welding shops and they sell complete extension cords for well over $100 but I'm not paying that for 15' of wire and two NE50 connectors. I've also checked with Lowes and Home Depot and they of course look at me like I just arrived from Mars. I would even cut the ends off a 220v dryer extension cord and install the right NE50 plug and receptical on it if I could find one longer than 6'.

Where do I buy 8/2 or 10/2 that is covered like an extension cord? I'd rather buy it locally if I can.

[TObject]

McMaster-Carr has some in the 10/3 Wire Size.

[Jerry Bransford]

Thanks Sergey, I was trying to think of McMaster-Carr for some other stuff too so I'll just order it from them at the same time. Thanks!

[Tim]

i got a 100 footer...
all the cool kids do.

[robert-r]

I believe Airgas sells cable by the foot.
Or you could maybe use some of the stuff sold at RV centers.

[Jerry Bransford]

Originally Posted by robert-r

I believe Airgas sells cable by the foot.
Or you could maybe use some of the stuff sold at RV centers.

Airgas only has the single conductor stuff by the foot. If I don't get an answer back from McMaster-Carr soon on if they also sell the NEMA 6-50R and 6-50P connectors I also need, I'll check out my local RV supply shop for some suitable wiring.