I just installed this kit and I'm looking at the quality of the wire and I have to say that it does not look like copper wire at all. False adv??
1254929
It's been several years since I installed my kit, so I don't remember what the wire looks like. I remember that when I bought them, the seller said the wires were aluminum coated copper. Although I don't have any way to verify. That being said, it is a quality set of cables, powering a 1200 watt 2-channel with no issues since installation 3+ years ago.
1254930
Normally I would agree but Scosche is a reputable company and I have had this set of wires running my 2 12 inch kicker cvrs with 1500 watts for about 3 years. But I highly reccomend buying thicker speaker wire the one it comes with is very thin.
1802251
It is pure copper. Also, please look closely at the picture. It is pretty clear.
698895
No. I ordered the wire kit from amazon. Usually it shows below the item as recommended parts.
2248050
Hey Wareren, .. ok, I took a knife too one of my connectors; though it all looks like copper, I was however, able to cut a surface layer off identifying aluminum. Weight also doesn't line up with what would the weight of 25' of copper cables. I will note, they have worked fine for the occasional use that I had need of them. I still really like the quality connectors, all the rubber, and the carrying case is of better quality than I expected. Personally at this price point & again, for what I'm using them for, I would buy again. Note: Though these are called "commercial duty", I would not buy them for commercial use!
1589536
I just checked mine that I purchased here from Cable-mix and fulfilled by Amazon. I thought originally it was solid copper, but after scraping the cable with a razor there was a silver color underneath the copper. I've used this to install six IP cameras that have power over Ethernet and have not had any issues..Hope this helps, Jay & ChrisP.S. I agree with the guy that said it is difficult to tell because it is a very heavy or thick coating of copper.:-)
350030
No, the kit is Copper Coated Aluminum, meaning that they are aluminum strands that are copper plated. The cables are both 0 AWG (1/0).
2011981
It looks like they used some corrosive flux when soldering the ends. There was only white powder where the solder should be. I supposes the cable could be cut back and new ends put on. It appeared to be good quality cable.
128026
Doesn't look like copper to me, but you can find out by going to the manufacturers website.
1560149
No, the tiny wires are solid copper. it has 8 jacketed copper wires inside an exterior, weather proof, black jacket. The wires are Orange, Orange & White, Blue, Blue and White, Green, Green and White, Brown, Brown & White. It is for networking computers and internet connections.
631849
Not sure, but just to re-confirm, the item was purely a black wire. There are not other parts to it as the picture shows. At least that is how mine came. The instructions are the same as what you find on youtube. My suggestion is look up the instructions on youtube, buy a 12" ground wire, and do it yourself.
1852209
If you will provide the brand and model (manufacturer), I will try my best to help you. I need to look at the schematic for that particular model. They are all different as far as wire colors. Thanks, Mike
350031
Nope. Seem like copper clad aluminum and it's not true 0 guage but close. It will do the job unless you're pushing 2500 rms watts or more. It's a good solution if you're not wanting to spend 100+ $ on oxygen free copper like knukonceptz or rockford fosgate ofc and nickel combo. Hope this helps
1429113
I bought this some time ago. I believe it was a softer wire, but I! not positive. I used it all tho.
310939
Mine are all copper and they taste like copper too. I think you can get stainless or copper ones. These appear to have been a think gage round copper wire that's been hammered flat in the middle and curled up at the ends for grip
1979148
I bought two units and they both look just like the picture... one red wire and one black wire. Sorry that I'm no help.
185835
The coating is plastic, and is not biodegradable. It will discolor; it may stiffen, but I don't expect it to corrode or erode. What's important is that the copper is not exposed to the elements; if you are terminating the wires outdoors, make sure you don't expose too much copper, and be sure to use outdoor-quality equipment. (I have this wire going through a hole in my basement wall above my sliding door and out to Bose outdoor speakers, below my deck. Works fine so far."
712010
That's exactly what I did! No, not at all. The lights are as small as drops of water, and right on the copper wire. Hope that helped!