cable thickness?

[rick]

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

 

[Neal]

Hope this helps...

Recommended Power and Ground Cable Sizes

 

[RichardH]

or look here.

 

[Sandy]

Or here

Automotive Wire & Wiring Guide from TESSCO - TESSCO.com

Always OK to use thicker then specified as well.

Sandy

 

[rick]

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]

Rick,

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

Best,

T.