100 ft Commercial Grade String Light Cord (medium/E26 base)

This 100 foot commercial grade medium base stringer is one of our best-selling heavy-duty string light cord! Made from durable 14- or 16-gauge wire, these popular light strings are ideal for backyards, patios, restaurants, wedding venues, so much more. See below for complete product specifications (specifically 14AWG vs. 16AWG*).

*The key differences between the two cord options is the 14AWG cord allows you to run longer lengths, and it has a bit heavier duty wiring. The benefit to the 16AWG cord is it's robust enough for commercial use, but light enough for easy installation (about 1/2 the weight of the 14AWG wire). Both cords provide heavy-duty construction and weather resistant sockets. 

Cord Specs:

• TOTAL LENGTH:
  • 14AWG is 108 feet (includes 7' lead and 11" tail)
  • 16AWG is 106 feet (includes 6' lead)
• SOCKET SIZE: Medium / E26 base
• NUMBER OF SOCKETS: 50 sockets
• SOCKET SPACING: 24 inches
• GAUGE & CABLE TYPE:
  • 14AWG SJTW 2-wire
  • 16AWG SPT 2-wire
• CONNECTION (see terminated end note below):
  
  • 14AWG has single-end connection (120V plug and terminated end)
  • 16AWG has single-end connection (120V fused male plug and terminated end)
• MAXIMUM RUN:
  • 14AWG max run is 1250 watts (10 amps)
  • 16AWG max run is 960 watts (8 amps)
• MAX WATTAGE PER SOCKET:
  • 14AWG can use up to 25 watt bulbs
  • 16AWG recommend 15 watt (do not exceed 25W)
• RATING:
  • 14AWG is RoHS compliant / IP64 Rating
  • 16AWG wire is ETL certified

Product Details:

• Bulbs sold separately
• These strands CANNOT be plugged end-to-end. There is a standard plug on one end and the other end is capped off after last socket.
• Terminated end not intended to be used for connection to support (weight of light cord puts too much strain on the capped end piece).
• For indoor or outdoor use. Suitable for permanent outdoor installation.
• High quality sockets form a snug, weather‐resistant seal around the bulb. You must keep a bulb in every socket to maintain weatherproof quality.
• For IP64 rating (14AWG cord), any cut ends must be sealed with an end cap and/or electrical tape (ensure proper seal to preclude entrance of water).
• Keep bulbs/sockets at least 16 feet away from pools and spas.
• Install with sockets facing downward and bulbs in every socket.
• For spans longer than 20 feet (14AWG) or 25 feet (16AWG), use a steel cable guide wire.
• 14AWG sockets have two mounting ears built into each side of the base, but for long-term reliability and easier installation, we suggest using zip ties on each side of the socket. Zip ties on each side of the socket on 16AWG is also recommended.
• For long-term reliability and easier installation, read more about How to Hang Outdoor String Lights.
• 14AWG Installation Instructions