I notice Detroit speed sells cable made by quickcar, and it is 2 awg, It seems a lot of guys when moving the battery to the trunk are using 1awg or 2/0 What is the difference in size between the awg wire and the 1/0 or 2/0.
Sizes go from (example #8AWG -#1AWG, small to large then the next larger size is 1/0 AWG to 2/0AWG and so on. I purchased my wire from Cable Yard and it is called Radiflex, it is awesome wire,very flexible. I ordered 1/0 but they were out and I went with 2/0 . If you are thinking about relocating your battery check out Madd Electrical.com. Great website and awesome electrical products. I bought his relocation kit and relays for headlights plus a few other things,great products and ifo on wiring your car correctly. Good Luck
Kevin
1awg and 1/0 are the same size. You can google stranded wire ampacity chart and you will see what size you need for a given total amp load. For most applications 2awg or 2/0 will be plenty. The exception would be typically for high power stereo systems. Hope that helps.
Not to step on your toes but #1 is smaller than 1/0 , O.D. of #1 is .58 ,1/0 is .62.
Resistance of #1 is .134 and 1/0 is .106
Kevin
Not to step on your toes but #1 is smaller than 1/0 , O.D. of #1 is .58 ,1/0 is .62.
Resistance of #1 is .134 and 1/0 is .106
Kevin
No problem, I thought that was the case. I try not to answer these questions without being certain. So I did what I suggested and googled it to make sure. Turns out I read the chart wrong. I got rid of that rubbish so I don't confuse anyone!
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