Hi everyone! People were super helpful on my first general-tips post, so I thought I'd shoot out another with a more specific question. I've looked through the existing threads and haven't found all that much that's applicable to my situation.
General question: Is charging from a 120v (regular house plug) with a 50' extension cord problematic?
Specifics: I live in a shared house and the (open-air) parking spot in the back lane is far from the nearest plug. I am only here for another 7 months or so, so I have no plans to install a wall-charger. I think the spot is about 50' from the regular 120v outlet on the wall at the outside of the house (there is not an additional dryer charger). I've found a 10-gauge, 15 amp cord that looks (and is priced) quality and will cover the distance - see the amazon link. I live in Vancouver, so there are some super-chargers at a bit of a distance, and there are half a dozen relative-convenient non-Tesla chargers a 10 minute driver away. Charging at home isn't necessary, but it would be very convenient and give me peace of mind.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0163AKLK4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Let me know what you think! I noticed one thread about 120v causing a short circuit? I have zero understanding of either physics or electrics so I just want to know if this plan carries any risks. thanks!!
General question: Is charging from a 120v (regular house plug) with a 50' extension cord problematic?
Specifics: I live in a shared house and the (open-air) parking spot in the back lane is far from the nearest plug. I am only here for another 7 months or so, so I have no plans to install a wall-charger. I think the spot is about 50' from the regular 120v outlet on the wall at the outside of the house (there is not an additional dryer charger). I've found a 10-gauge, 15 amp cord that looks (and is priced) quality and will cover the distance - see the amazon link. I live in Vancouver, so there are some super-chargers at a bit of a distance, and there are half a dozen relative-convenient non-Tesla chargers a 10 minute driver away. Charging at home isn't necessary, but it would be very convenient and give me peace of mind.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0163AKLK4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Let me know what you think! I noticed one thread about 120v causing a short circuit? I have zero understanding of either physics or electrics so I just want to know if this plan carries any risks. thanks!!