One person commented using 10-3 wire, but if my math is right, this ought to draw 20 amps and 12-3 would be adequate. What did you use?
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20 Amps is a max load for a 12-3 and if your going over a long distance the resistance will increase more. If it's new installation I would use 10-3 and then not have to worry. The cost difference is small.
1243323
I put it on a dedicated 20 amp circuit with 12/3. That meets code in our area of Missouri. If you had an exceptionally long run you may want to consider a heavier gauge.
1661781
Ideally, you should use a 200amp fuse if I understand your question correctly. Wiki American wire gauge for more info.. Hope this helps.
929990
The voltage needs to be around 12V or less. 3.4 volts is not enough to turn on 3 LEDs in series. The question is how much current is required. I think it is about 1.2Amps /Meter, and if this is 10M it would need to be more than 12Amp
2083306
I believe a 15 amp outlet is recommended. I think it is actually around 12 though.
1610616
Calculating amps would be difficult, that said, my entire strip pulled under 2A if I recall correctly and a shorter section that I cut pulled proportionally more current since the resistance of the copper wiring was less over all. I would recommend supplying the entire strip with a 3A power supply and each smaller section (say around 1 meter) with a 1A wall wart power supply just to give a healthy margin of error and maximum possible brightness.
2186814
25 amp (120volt x 25amp equals 3000watts) use at least #4 wire under 10' #2 above
1492057
Are you connect to 20 amp breaker? Than you use 12/2. 15 amp 14/2. You need the /2 for power and the /3 for high & low ( like a 3 way switch)
1600664
It is defiantly not 20 awg or 18 awg, I would say about 24 or less. Wouldn't run more then an few amp through it transient. Maybe 1 amp constant.
1315686
It depends on the fuse you put in line - but there is already over 20 amps of draw. (Kind of pushing it already) probably better with 2
1243303
Personally I would use 18 gauge wire, your load is less than 3 amps. 18 Ga wire is over engineered for the load and it has mechanical strength.
1240151
If you looking at the same set I purchased, it' would be 10 amps? They come prewired with relays and all!!! Easy to wire up!! They send instructions. You may want to look at the different pictures to the left of the main picture. There is a diagram showing how to wire and how many amp it need to use. Hope this was helpful.
949648
The manufacturer's data says that this unit draws 13 amps at 120 volts. A dedicated circuit would be nice to have, but any 20 amp circuit that is not already running a large load (refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker etc:) should be fine.
1974069
I run mine on a 20Amp line. I don't use anything else on the same circuit at the same time so keep that in mind, also keep to the 2 min on, 8 min off cycle. It's like running a vacuum cleaner, keep the current low. I hope this helps.
464200
10 amp. in a fuse link should be fine. If it pops after extended run time, bump it up to a 15 amp. Remember the fuse should be the weakest point in the circuit so any fuse should be OK if you use the right wiring and nothing gets warm.
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Richard, what you ask is a logical question... since 12/2 (or as 'they' call it 12/3) wire is `supposed' to be able to carry a 20 amp load. Perhaps it's because the wire used in the cord is "stranded" instead of solid core (as is 12/2 romex), or it could be because of the plugs used (since 12 gauge stranded/solid is 'supposed' to carry the same ampacity). Anyways, I believe it's a question best suited to be answered by the manufacturer instead of me. All I can vouch for is that I have put a higher load on it than the 15 amp listed, and the wire or plugs never got hot (or even warm), and the breaker never popped off. Richard, what you ask is a logical question... since 12/2 (or as 'they' call it 12/3) wire is `supposed' to be able to carry a 20 amp load. Perhaps it's because the wire used in the cord is "stranded" instead of solid core (as is 12/2 romex), or it could be because of the plugs used (since 12 gauge stranded/solid is 'supposed' to carry the same ampacity). Anyways, I believe it's a question best suited to be answered by the manufacturer instead of me. All I can vouch for is that I have put a higher load on it than the 15 amp listed, and the wire or plugs never got hot (or... » Read More Richard, what you ask is a logical question... since 12/2 (or as 'they' call it 12/3) wire is `supposed' to be able to carry a 20 amp load. Perhaps it's because the wire used in the cord is "stranded" instead of solid core (as is 12/2 romex), or it could be because of the plugs used (since 12 gauge stranded/solid is 'supposed' to carry the same ampacity). Anyways, I believe it's a question best suited to be answered by the manufacturer instead of me. All I can vouch for is that I have put a higher load on it than the 15 amp listed, and the wire or plugs never got hot (or even warm), and the breaker never popped off. « Show Less
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0 Gauge wire should be used!That is what is ran to my Brutus.At the very least a deep cycle battery (fast discharge) should be used!My total system wattage is 5400& I use 0 to each amplifer!The more voltage the better!!!Don't Skimp Out!
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10-3 wire is never to be used with a breaker more than 30 amps ! consult the national electric code for more info or a electrician.