Distribution block?

[talnlnky]

Originally Posted by Bluevitz-rs

From there back, you don't need more fuses to each amp.

Wrong.... anytime you reduce the wire size you need a proper sized fuse.

Try to run a distroblock that has fused built in (for the power cable). Most people don't, tho if you had an EE, or safety inspector looking at your install, they'd be all over you if you don't fuse each reduction in wire size.

What you can do, is do 1/0awg and then just run a 80amp fuse (60 amp may work, may pop, and 100 would also work too) next to your battery. 4awg can safely transfer 125amps of current for about 15 feet I think, so as long as you go with a smaller fuse and not something like a 150/200/250 amp fuse you won't have to double fuse the power cable.

[fnkngrv]

Originally Posted by talnlnky

Most people don't, tho if you had an EE, or safety inspector looking at your install, they'd be all over you if you don't fuse each reduction in wire size.

That is the point that I was trying to make, just more direct...thanks talnlnky. KNUCONCEPTZ makes a great Distro block which is what I use as an example:


http://www.knukonceptz.com/productDe...?prodID=KNF-12




KonFUSED 2 Way Distribution System
[Knukonceptz Item #KNF-12]

NEW ITEM - The KonFUSED Distribution System is tailored by the installer to fit ANY installation requirement. With interchangeable Kompression Fittings anything is possible. The KNF-12 has one input port, which by changing the Kompression Fitting, can accept 4 Gauge or 1/0 Gauge Cable. The output side can be adjusted to accept 4 Gauge or 8 Gauge cables. Please see our reference chart link below to see what fittings are included with this model. Using the Mini-ANL Style Fuse, the KNF-12 can maintain loads up to 150A per circuit.

Included with the KNF-12 are 6 Kompression Fittings to allow the end user to customize the block to fit their application. Also included, your choice of two (2) Mini-ANL fuses! The KNF-12 is finished in black chrome and includes the smoke acrylic cover

KonFUSED System Introduction

Kompression Fitting Chart / Spec Sheet

Category: Distribution / Fuse Blocks
In Stock: No
Weight: 0.85
Price: $14.99


Like I said, this is what I use and it has proven to be a great purchase and for 15 bucks utilizing the ANL fuses I am not sure that it can be beat...