12V Power socket question
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12V Power socket question
How much power can I suck from the 12V outlets with it being in a safe range? I have some things I need to power & the 12V sockets would work great instead of a switch.
They are not that high power, about 5 amps each, but having several things spliced into the same cables, so maybe 15-20 amps total on each outlet.
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They are not that high power, about 5 amps each, but having several things spliced into the same cables, so maybe 15-20 amps total on each outlet.
Thanks
I don't think that those outlets are rated for that much power. You may be better off running another circuit directly off of the battery. Using an amp power kit would be a safe way to bring that type of power in.
10 gauge should be good for 15-20 amps
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-LVYne8u...=142PA10&g=711
10 gauge should be good for 15-20 amps
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-LVYne8u...=142PA10&g=711
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I did the math last night, I'll be just under 10 amps on each 12V outlet. I'm running the front outlets already & it seems fine. The console is next.
If I need it I'll buy something like this..
If I need it I'll buy something like this..
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