SnowDrifter Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 I really want to see how a 50' spool of CCA and reduces = the cost of 50' of OFC. I'm all for arguments but that is incorrect.Yeah, I agree too Ots about voltage drop. I'd rather do 2-3 runs of OFC to carry the amount of current I need than have to do 4-5 runs of CCA to accomplish the same thing. Once you factor in the costs of fuses, grommets, terminals... Whatever you need for the extra CCA you'd need to stack up against ofc, it doesn't end up being any cheaper. ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Some people use cca because one run of OFC is not enough, but 2 runs of CCA is plenty. So it become less expensive to go that way, because either way, they would have needed two of everything. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Understandable exception to the rule. 2007 Pacifica Rebuild. Less quiet. Still not loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexd619 Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Low ballers maybe I should've edited out his number... Oh well ^^^^^^ This or when you tell them the price and they show up short. Either you better hit up the atm or GTFoutta my driveway.... Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/166486-alexs-02-intrepid-budget-build/ 2 12" SKAR Audio VVXv2 d4 @ 1ohm vvme qa-d1500 Pioneer Head unit deh-8400bh 2 Kenwood KFC-1693PS 3-Way 6.5" 2 stock sail speakers/tweeters (Infinity premium stock) Polk Audio DB351 3.5" (upgraded from a factory 2.75" speaker or something weird like that dremeled to fit) 2 Sony Xplod XS-R6944 6" x 9" 4-Way's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamHT Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 I really want to see how a 50' spool of CCA and reduces = the cost of 50' of OFC. I'm all for arguments but that is incorrect.Yeah, I agree tooOts about voltage drop. I'd rather do 2-3 runs of OFC to carry the amount of current I need than have to do 4-5 runs of CCA to accomplish the same thing. Once you factor in the costs of fuses, grommets, terminals... Whatever you need for the extra CCA you'd need to stack up against ofc, it doesn't end up being any cheaper. This is what I'm talking about. Use 10' runs and I want to see your math Tell me...does this smell like chloroform to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamHT Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 I'm not making this an argument for CCA but I always hear after terminals, grommets, and fuses it comes to almost the same cost of the OFC. If two runs worth of grommets and fuses cost $100 you're doing something wrong. Tell me...does this smell like chloroform to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradprobert Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Some people use cca because one run of OFC is not enough, but 2 runs of CCA is plenty. So it become less expensive to go that way, because either way, they would have needed two of everything. Thank you! Finally someone said it! It all depends on how much current you are drawing vs the price of cca or ofc wire. If it makes you feel better go ahead and buy the ofc. It honestly doesn't matter if your system is about 3000 or less. 2 runs of cca will do. Again if you want ofc and can afford to pay the slight extra, get it. But like it has been said many times, it will round out to the same price for large systems but less wire with ofc. [sharedmedia=garage:vehicles:2223] 4th-order under rear seat build log: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/165708-4th-order-under-rear-seat-chevy-extended-cab/#entry2410477 SD, thank for the input. I would have replied earlier, but I was measuring the output of my amp with a yardstick . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 CCA over OFC if under 3kw? 2007 Pacifica Rebuild. Less quiet. Still not loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyN Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Not the point of the convo... if you are using CCA you're cheaping out on wire. Using larger CCA and a reducer will just bring back up the cost to the same or more than the correct size OFC... If you want to max out electrical you're not gonna use CCA and aren't as concerned with cost. I would never use cca for my amps or speakers is the Audio Technix hybrid stuff CCA or something dferent 2 12" Jeff Vue Customs 1 set MB Quart FSB 216 in doors1 American Bass 100.1 on sub1 Hertz EP2 on doorsJVC deck IPOD controlStock 105 amp alt DD-1big 3new build in Chevy caviler http://www.stevemead...chevy-cavalier/last set up in the ZX2 http://www.stevemead...-current-build/old build log http://www.stevemead...-1998-ford-zx2/ Gold is the money of kings, silver is the money of gentlemen, debt is the money of slaves. Just my .02c that shop needs keep those doors open so they have to charge for it if people think 10k is a lot then they should get into other hobbies.. like masturbating, cause any hobby cost money to maintain Lol no, I'm smarter than that bro haha. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice..............go fuck yourself lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega5002 Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Not the point of the convo... if you are using CCA you're cheaping out on wire. Using larger CCA and a reducer will just bring back up the cost to the same or more than the correct size OFC... If you want to max out electrical you're not gonna use CCA and aren't as concerned with cost. I would never use cca for my amps or speakers is the Audio Technix hybrid stuff CCA or something dferent 30% ofc, 70% cca, it's was built to carry as much current as 1/0 ofc, by being the size of 2/0 but cheaper than 1/0 ofc, it's a middle priced wire 2003 Kia Sorento Team Subsonic LowsTeam Bassin' on a Budget2016 Rebuild Under Construction Best score: 150.2 at 40hz (3k, 2 Custom HDC3 15's) Usaci style(door open, in the kick) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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