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Minimum AWG for running a sub?

Old Dec 24, 2004 | 01:30 PM
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I am finally ready to put my Infinity Kappa 12.1 in his box and hook it up to a JL Audio 500/1.

The problem is that I just pulled out my old sub box and see that the wire connecting the amp to the subs is a 16 AWG!

What are you guys recommended for a proper AWG for this set-up?

Also, is it a problem if I use 16 AWG for a really short run (from the sub connectors to the box connectors, aproximately 4 inches)?

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Old Dec 24, 2004 | 08:55 PM
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should be fine, 16 guage will take up to 10 amps, which is more than your sub will ever get.
Old Dec 25, 2004 | 09:40 PM
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For the price use 12Ga twisted. Based on that alone its worth it. [img]smile.gif[/img]
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