_X7 1,410 Posted May 22 Anyone know what size wire I would need for a 12v battery to a 55 amp converter? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer4reel 5,464 Posted May 22 You can use #8. I would recommend #6.. . 2 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_X7 1,410 Posted May 22 (edited) 48 minutes ago, hammer4reel said: You can use #8. I would recommend #6.. . Thanks Dan. I'm hooking up the batteries for the 24v troller to two 12v converters with a generator Edited May 22 by _X7 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer4reel 5,464 Posted May 22 1 hour ago, _X7 said: Thanks Dan. I'm hooking up the batteries for the 24v troller to two 12v converters with a generator What I posted is if you're using fine strand Marine wire like DLO cable 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
electric10162 1,225 Posted May 22 If using fine strand, I recommend "tinning" the bare ends with a quality solder. 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer4reel 5,464 Posted May 22 12 minutes ago, electric10162 said: If using fine strand, I recommend "tinning" the bare ends with a quality solder. Marine coated and DLO cable is tinned entirely to prevent corrosion 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_X7 1,410 Posted May 23 4 hours ago, hammer4reel said: What I posted is if you're using fine strand Marine wire like DLO cable Dan, is there anywhere local I can get the wire? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buck154 9,910 Posted May 23 Can order online but Lowe's and Home Depot carry it by the foot. That's where I got it for my 24v trolling motor. Use the heavier wire too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_X7 1,410 Posted May 23 Home Depot only had regular thhn building wire. I could use it, but I'd prefer the tinned marine wire. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer4reel 5,464 Posted May 23 West marine . Could call local electrical supply. Some carry it for all dc battery ups systems . Tinned is way to go for sure 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites