When extension wire says 16-3 type how many amps will that handle ?

Answer 1

# Not more than 20 amperes.
In the USA where the domestic voltage is 110 V, the National Electrical Code (NEC) prohibits the use of extension cords in a 20 A circuit unless they are of 16 AWG or larger (for example, 14 AWG or 12 AWG).
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16 gauge 3 conductors SGTWA Flexible Cord is made of special UV and weather-resistant material that will withstand years of above and underground outdoor exposure. It is designed for use in most line voltage tree lighting applications .

#Coleman Cable Inc specifications:

Gauge: Max Current (Amps):
16/2 : 13A 0'-50', 10A 50'-100'
16/3 : 13A 0'-50', 10A 50'-100'
14/3 : 15A 0'-50', 13A 50'-100'
12/3 : 15A 0'-100'
10/3 : 15A 0'-100'

Answer 2

16 Gauge Wire Amps

Answer 3

the 16 is the guage or thickness of each conductor and 3 is the number of conductors in that cable. if you cut it open , within the cable you should have 3 conductors plus a ground wire. Should not exeed more than 15 amps or so.

Answer 4

16-3 is a heavy duty cord in shorter lengths,
(under 25 ft.).
It'll take 20A. power tools and such for intermittent
use.
I wouldn't load it above 10A. for anything thats on
for longer periods of time though.