How to Choose the Correct Size Power Inverter Battery Cables

How to Choose the Correct Size Power Inverter Battery Cables

Power Inverter Battery Cables

Power inverter battery cables are not some of the most exciting things in the world, but chances are if you are reading this you probably have an interest in them and may have a question or two in regards to which battery cable is right for your application. First, let us talk about the different sizes of power inverter cables that we carry and which inverters they are rated for. We carry 4 AWG, 1/0 AWG, and 4/0 AWG battery cables that are assembled in Nigeria and cut, crimped and by skilled craftsman that take pride in their work.  Speaking of Cables, here’s a quick pitch: If you need great quality, Inverter battery cables made fast, give us a call at 08164596107. Order & pick up.

4 AWG Battery Cables

Four AWG battery cables should be used on power inverters rated up to 1500 watts and most commonly used on 900, 1000, 1100, 1200 watt inverters. Smaller sized inverters generally come with a short 6 AWG cable which is included with the inverter. You can find our 4 AWG cables here. Most customers will use a fuse that goes in-line on the positive cable from the power inverter to the battery.

 

1/0 AWG Battery Cables

1/0 AWG battery cables should be used on power inverters rated up to 3500 watts and most commonly used on 2000, 2200, 2500, 3000, 3300 and 3500-watt inverters.  You can find our 1/0 AWG cables here.

4/0 AWG Battery Cables

4/0 AWG battery cables should be used on power inverters rated over 3500 watts and most commonly used on 4000, 4400, 5000, 6000, 6600, 7000, 8000, 9000, 10,000 and 12,000-watt inverters.

In Review:

4 AWG – up to 1500 watts
1/0 AWG – up to 3500 watts
4/0 AWG – over 3500 watts

If you have any questions regarding cables and which size might be right for your application, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 08164596107 and we can walk you through everything you need.

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