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power wire question.
I`ve got a 1000w max (500w RMS) amp can I use a 8 gauge 800w max power wire or do I have to use something capable of/or more than 1000w, 4 gauge 1200w? even though I will not use the maximum output to the sub ie gain, but still use max volume (not sure that matters).
Donati..Whoa Green
I'd personally go the 4 gauge, the risk of damage from melting the cable isn't worth it, spend the extra few dollars and get 4-gauge.
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-Democracy must be something more than two wolves and a sheep voting on what to have for dinner.
James Bovard, Civil Libertarian (1994)
-Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys.
P.J. O'Rourke, Civil Libertarian
-Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short Phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
Ronald Reagan (1986)
4 gauge (4 AWG). I would base it around fuse amperage though, not power rating. My 125x4 amp needs 90 amps worth of fuses, so 4 AWG is suffice.
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I have always just used the biggest wire that fits in the terminals. Always safe that way
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Seconded. Either that, or 0awg to a distro block, then biggest from distro>amp... Not worth the hassle if you fry the wire dude.Originally Posted by Philthy
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