cable thickness?

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rick

• Aug 15, 2007

• #1

how do I choose a cable thickness for 12volt? for example 12v 60w is 5 amp but what thickness? thanks rick

 

Neal

Lifetime Supporter

• Aug 15, 2007

• #2

Hope this helps...

Recommended Power and Ground Cable Sizes

 

RichardH

AKA The Mad Hat Man

• Aug 15, 2007

• #3

or look here.

 

Sandy

Gulf GT40

Lifetime Supporter

• Aug 15, 2007

• #4

Or here

Automotive Wire & Wiring Guide from TESSCO - TESSCO.com

Always OK to use thicker then specified as well.

Sandy

 

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rick

• Aug 15, 2007

• #5

thanks, thank god the uk is talking metric now as well, how do I convert gauge to mm? I will google a day or two
thanks rick

 

Dutton

Lifetime Supporter

• Aug 15, 2007

• #6

Rick,

No worries - I have just the document at the office. Will post for you tomorrow AM.

Best,

T.