I know these cables are 4 gauge, but what is the diameter? I'm getting heat sheathing for them and need to know what size I should get, thanks.
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They do come together all three are ready to go they are the size of car cables positiv and neg
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It actually doesn't say the gauge. The cable is thicker than I expected and has a nice webbed sheath on the outside as well. I have cables from some professional cable suppliers and if I had received this cable from them I wouldn't have been disappointed. Better than what you can get at Wally World for sure.
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I don't think the gauge is important. My understanding is that it should not be a shielded cable(like a guitar cable) but a speaker cable because of the difference in resistance, but I've even seen a guitar cable used as a speaker cable in a pinch--vice versa definitely doesn't work.
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Sam, I purchased Install Bay #3MHST1, Heat shrink 1 inch x 4 feet. It measures across at 1 5/8 inches and will shrink to close around a 1 inch thick circular wire(thick cable).Radius is 13/16.
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It's either a typo or someone was heavy handed with a pair of calipers for measurement. I've ordered 100' sections to 1000' spools from them and everything has been exactly what I expected. 3/8 sounds a little big for a measurement to me but I haven't ever actually checked the diameter. Either way it's the same diameter as all other 550 paracord I've worked with and seemed better quality than some others I've found.
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Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when buying from Asia. Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when... » Read More Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when buying from Asia. « Show Less
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I would recommend Hoptkins #46105, I tend to soldier and use marine grade heat shrink as well, but I tend to over think things. Plently of vids to help with whats what, when wiring.
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1st, I'm sorry for not getting back with you until now. I was away until yesterday & have just read your email today.You may have already got the dimensions, if so here they are again.When stowed away in it's nylon sheath it's measurements are 25 3/4" in length & roughly 4" X 4" in both widths.I hope this is what you were looking for & helps you in your decision.Cheers, Rick
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Hello jd,The diameter of the paracord is 1/8' or 4mm. For product specific questions like this, it's best to contact the seller about the product. It'll be a much quicker response. Thanks!
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The outer sheathing is about 5/16" in diameter. I really like this wire. Highly recommend.
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See my answer to the first question. Mfg website says, in part....."USES CABLE SIZES 3/16-1/4-3/8 & 7/16". Yours is 10/16" ...too big by 3/16"
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Unfortunately I don't know what size the wire I used is. It came with the house but is was a tight fit. Other reviews I read said no to 16 gauge wire. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
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Not having stripped the insulation off the wire, I can not say for sure which they are, but I will say, I have used these a half dozen times, and have not had them overheat, which a smaller wire will do. They are 6 gauge wire.
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Can't really tell what gauge the wire is by measuring insulation (gauge should be printed on wire). I can tell you that these tyoe of connectors (often refered to as Anderson connectors) are very forgiving and will take up to a 6 gauge wire (I usuallt solder the wires in rather than crimping them)
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I Binged the question and found the answer, I would use the 16 gauge wire, especially if you putting the time into making them. I hope that this answers your question.
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Dear Chuck,I may presume that you already have some tips and want to know if you need to purchase more. The diameter of the tips that are inserted into the heating element is 0.190". The length 1.700". If you are going to do a lot of soldering, like every day for years, I suggest that you buy a set and save the shipping charges later of the ones you may have don't fit. The extra tips are not alike but for different soldering purposes. Bob
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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!