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  1. 03-21-2023, 10:06 AM #1
    RyanRogers
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    Helix power cord to 8 gauge power supply connection?

    Good day,

    I have a 8 gauge marine grade wire ran to my console that is dedicated for electronics. I am going to be running a helix 15 at console
    I am wondering what the best connection would be to drop down from a 8 gauge to the 16-18 gauge that comes with the helix power cord?
    I was thinking a non insulated step down connector but just wanted to see what others have done.

    Thanks for your help!

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    #2 03-21-2023, 10:14 AM
    The BEST connection is a terminal block or fuse block so the splice is supported.
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    #3 03-21-2023, 12:17 PM
    Just ran a power harnes and I used fuse blocks like Wayne said
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    #4 03-21-2023, 01:20 PM
    One more for fuse blocks. All the connections can be rings. Assuming proper skills and tools, easiest to make.

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    #5 03-21-2023, 01:29 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Wayne P. View Post
    The BEST connection is a terminal block or fuse block so the splice is supported.
    This. Run it all to a fuse block and run the graphs to that. Keeps all the fuses easy to change also.
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