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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

20-12-2015, 09:45

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Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

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Posted By mitiempo

Re: Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

Using the correct tinned 105 degree boat cable and closed lugs with adhesive heat shrink the wire will not corrode. I have being doing this for years and have not seen corrosion on a properly made...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

20-12-2015, 00:36

Replies: 21

Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

Views: 2,859

Posted By mitiempo

Re: Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

Each strand of boat cable (Ancor or similar) is tinned and will not corrode easily. Each properly crimped lug should be covered in adhesive heat shrink. The wire will not corrode if this is done....

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

19-12-2015, 19:02

Replies: 21

Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

Views: 2,859

Posted By mitiempo

Re: Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

Not sure what you mean by "S/o" cable? Tinned marine wire such as Ancor is the best choice as it has little chance of corroding over time.

I have never had any great issue with flexibility,...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

18-12-2015, 22:16

Replies: 21

Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

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Posted By mitiempo

Re: Cable size for 3 pair 6V batteries ??

I agree with Bill - except I often use 2/0.

Keep in mind that these cables interconnecting the batteries are a vital part of your charging system. Looking at 12 volt pairs lets say your alternator...

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