What guage wire and size fuse to use for amp

[drummond14]

Hi guys

Ive got a second hand amp and sub unit i bought from a mate, its an orion west coast customs 8001 amp, however it didnt come with a power cable or anything, ive read through the guides to install the amp and know where to ground it how to get it through the bulkhead etc, however I don't know what size fuse or guage cable to use!

this is a link to the amps spec, im well aware its not the best in the world but it cost me £25 so i dont have too many expectations lol!

https://www.onlinecarstereo.com/CarAudio ... -8001.aspx


any help much appreciated!

[davelowe]

You can get the manual from here:

https://www.retrevo.com/support/DEI-WCC- ... dj382/t/2/

Power cable size is 8 AWG (3.264mm diameter) maximum - see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_w ... wire_sizes

The fuse is 30A ATC/ATO (blade - green colour) no further than 18" from the battery connection. Ground to chassis as close to amplifier as possible.

[drummond14]

Thanks alot mate, much appreciated!
I shall let you know how it goes