Need help power inverter cables

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by rj13, Aug 2, 2009.

  1. rj13

    rj13 Bobtail Member

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    I just bought a
    Cobra power inverter, CPI-2575.
    It came without the cables.

    All battery cable kits I can find
    for this inverter are 3ft 4AWG.
    To install this in my truck I need more than 3 ft,
    so looking for inverter cables that are
    about 6ft, so increasing the length,
    would 4AWG still work?

    One of the red cables has to have a fuse on it at the battery,
    says my company.

    I have 2 hot cable posts on the inverter
    and 2 grounds to accommodate 4AWG,
    will 6ft length be okay for that 4AWG?
    It doesn't appear the inverter will accommodate
    #2AWG...
    anyone familiar with the Cobra CPI-2575 ?

    I've never had or installed an inverter before
    so any and all help appreciated.

    I am installing this in a Mack Vision 2003.

    Any suggestions on where to buy the cables
    and fuse holders I need, as I am having trouble
    finding what I need anywhere!

    What amp do I have to have for the 2 fuses?

    Thanks, RJ
     
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  3. simba

    simba Bobtail Member

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    You can buy the cables and fuse from frye's electronics at car amplifier section or any decent auto shop that installs/stocks car audio.
     
  4. kelgar50

    kelgar50 Medium Load Member

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    Go to any car audio shop and get 2ga. power cable if you are running 2 power leads and 2 ground leads.If you run 1 power lead and 1 ground lead get 1/0 gauge cable.
    Remember you can go heavy on cable over and over but if you got to small on cable more heat you build and you will burn things up.
    Also get a in line wafffer style fuse for your inverter and install as close to the battery as you can.I use a 250 amp fuse in mine or you can use a car audio circut breaker.
     
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