Will the compression terminals accept 12 gauge wire? Is the there a max. current rating?
488054
I had to trim a few strands from the 12 gauge wire and tin the rest to get it to fit snugly and safely. certainly possible and feels solid, just make sure that when inserting the wire you don't leave any lose strands that can short across the terminals if you have trouble getting the full 12 gauge in. I have used them for 2A connections, but feel that is pushing things. If you want a good solid high current DC connector for a project, I highly recommend the open XT60 design. Note: Just looked up specs for the EIAJ connector, which is a standardized version of this barrel connector built to higher tolerances and they specify a 2A limit. So this connector would be 2A at most, likely less though due to it not being true EIAJ and a no name brand.
488055
14ga is almost a complete fill, and does not allow for proper tightening, 18 is probably the best size for this application, and I would not try any high volt AC connections with this.
488056
I know it takes 12 but the current of the connector will not take the max current of the #12 wire. So yes there is a max current. I would guess about 5 or 6 amps. This connector is good but it is the spring on the mating connector I would be concerned about.
488057
The reason I got them was for BNC cable for hooking up CCTV cameras because I had to go over 160 feet for a couple of my cameras. I am only using #8 and they work just fine. Before ordering though, I had a guy who was going to help me install the cameras and knew a lot about this sort of thing do the checking so I would be ordering exactly what I needed.
411961
Hi, the terminals would certainly allow you to use 10ga wire for longer runs. I did not find that necessary - 12ga is plenty for low voltage applications unless you have an exceptionally long run. Remember, each terminal is a different voltage - basically allows you to boost voltage up from 12V for the longer runs (or, runs with more lights that draw more current). This is a super device. Seems very beefy and well built.
721890
You mean watts? This wire should be fine for a few hundred watts. If you were going closer to 500w you would want 10 gauge maybe 8
2156475
Yes. It will accept up to 2/0 wire gauge. As per NEC 2/0 is the min size wire for your service.
789649
No question is a dumb question. When in doubt, just ask, that is all. YES, you can tap into your existing 12 gauge wire without any problem. 12 gauge can carry lot of current, lot than you need for your 12 volt system and ,like you said, you are only at 52 watts -you can easily add more if you want. I am at 110 watts, no issues what so ever for the last 2 years. So relax and do what you want to do: add one more lights. Also look at your transformer, check it is designed for how many watts. They go anywhere from 50 watts to upward of 200 watts
1127308
Not sure of the wire size but it's plenty for a 12V system. The terminal holes are good for 1/4" or 5/16" posts.
1130336
Hello. I used mine for a 12V system. I am looking at one of mine that I haven't used yet right now.. there is no rating on it at all! Strange! The terminals on the end are not very big, like for a smaller gauge of wire that would be safe for a relay application but not large enough for 110 house wire. It's actually made pretty nice. So..I'm sorry that I am not much more help. Good luck
858635
I don't know the amperage rating of this switch. But I lnow you'll never attach an 8 guage wire to it.
1588920
The gauge has a warning label to be used with only a 12V - Ground system. I would check with the manufacturer before buying to confirm your application.
426491
Yes. There is a set screw that will hold 12 wag wire. I used monster cable and it has worked great!
1581133
I have two gauge in mine. That's prob. Pretty close to as big as it goes due to size of the connector that wire goes into.
2057876
There should be no problems I have installed a few of these they could probably take up to 12 gauge wire
1083693
The wiring is unusually high gauge. I wouldn't run it above 15A which is more than enough for almost ALL 12V plug in items.
2265285
I don't really know. But the cable is much bigger in circumference than a regular cable. Hence I would imagine that the wiring is heftier than a normal 2.4 amp 12v power rating. I wouldn't put 120 vac thru it tho.
1035059
yes, but you can't exceed 80% on whatever size wire and breaker you have. For example if you have 10 gauge wire and a 30 amp breaker you can puta total of 24 amps on a single circuit. Realisticly the max thermostoat or relay is 22 amps for 10 gauge.The max for 20amp 12 guauge is 16 amps of heaters which is a tad over 3800 watts.4000 watts would be slightly over the max for a 12 guage 20 amp circuit.
654715
Yes, no problems using with a 12 Vdc system. Remember to check the packaging for the small, clear plastic hose adapter if you inlet and outlets are different sixes.
286632
You can pull 12volts power from the load terminal as long as the rated current is smaller than 5Amp as the charge controller can handle.