PHP Warning: Use of undefined constant VBA_SCRIPT - assumed 'VBA_SCRIPT' (this will throw an Error in a future version of PHP) in ..../includes/functions_navigation.php(802) : eval()'d code on line 1 Wiring Electric Winch
I'd use this style of connector, but without knowing the size of boat and winch, it's hard to know how much current you will be pulling. Is it the one in your avatar? You can get that connector in larger sizes, you might need the 120amp version. You are probably going to need 4 or 8 AWG wire. Got a model number for the winch?
very good choice of connector.. i use them to connect my batteries to my electric trolling motor, my outboard motor, etc.
when i connect them to my wires, i clamp the connector in a vice, put my wire in and fill the void with solder. this makes a corrosion resistant connection with good electrical conductivity.
for ecellent corrosion protection apply some coppper based anti seize compound to the connectors before inserting them into the plastic body. this is great stuff and has a million uses, but it is a bit messy.
I can't find any info about that winch sorry. I'd just go for the 120 amp Anderson connectors and 4 AWG wire. You could go smaller, but any voltage drop at all will reduce the performance of the winch considerably, so you may as well play it safe. You will also need some big eye terminals for the battery end.
That's what I'd do, others might have different opinions though.
death ship is right- use a fuse!
you winch should have a data plate on it with voltage, amps, pull capacity, etc.
size your fuse and wire accordingly.
also true about voltage drop. a larger wire will help you there
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote