The Performer Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 Ok so I'm going to pre wire my box terminals now and need to know what gauge will do for my specs. It will be a 1 ohm total load on the amp, (two 4 ohm 10" DC lvl2's with voice coils parallel, as well as both of them parallel to the amp.) The amp will produce a 600 watt RMS load, so each speaker will receive 300 watts RMS. I have some leftover 10 (I believe) gauge that I will run from the outside box terminal to the amp (a few inches) but my question is, will 16 gauge wire inside be sufficient? From the terminals they would each go to a speaker, (about 2-3 feet). I know when distributing power wire, at the distribution you split from the heavy gauge to equal smaller gauge, does this apply for speaker wire as well? If so will this be correct for my setup? I have the 16 on hand, so will it work in this configuration? Thanks guys. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 Shit, just noticed, this might be in the wrong forum. Or idk, is it considered an subwoofer/enclosure question? My bad guys. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pstone11 Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 http://www.knukonceptz.com/productDetail.cfm?prodID=KLE12BL $10.00 worth of this would be good... I really don't like 16 gauge for subs, it will probaly work, but it's only a few bucks to get better stuff.. Quote Check out StoneSounds to see my recent builds.Or look at the Flying White Facebook Page! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 http://www.knukonceptz.com/productDetail.cfm?prodID=KLE12BL$10.00 worth of this would be good... I really don't like 16 gauge for subs, it will probaly work, but it's only a few bucks to get better stuff.. That looks like some good stuff, but idk, if I have the 16 gauge already... It's RF so it's decent quality, I'm just wondering if it's going to be sufficient for the power. Anyone else got some feedback? Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loganberry Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 wal mart has some 12 gauge if ur in a bind, thats what im runnin to my lvl 4's Quote My F-150 Build GET ON THE BANDWAGON what if they tried messing with the amps when the subs werent louder hahah jk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pitbullx Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 12ga is good enough Quote Team Devastation Mixed Martial ArtsMachado Brazilian JiujitsuOnce I lock it on there's no escape I don't train to make you tap, I train to tear your arm, leg, or head off. Its your job to tap before I can do that -Pain is only weakness leaving the body, its kill or be killed and only the strong survive...Rockford FosgateDigital DesignsFi Car AudioCrossfire Car Audio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newls1 Posted August 19, 2008 Report Share Posted August 19, 2008 (edited) sorry to thread jack, but didnt think a new thread needed to be started for this question: Would 12Ga be just fine for delivering 1100+RMS wattage to each of my BL's? Im needing to dump my 8ga speaker wire for thinner stuff. Edited August 19, 2008 by newls1 Quote I love my staffie So anti FACEBOOK it isn't even funny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shyne151 Posted August 19, 2008 Report Share Posted August 19, 2008 It's 600watts... i wouldn't worry about running 16gauge. Quote -Installer for Duke's Car Stereo 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix - Ported Eaton M90 S/C, 3.5" pulley, XS Power Headers, 1.9 Rockers, FWI, Poly Motor Mounts, Custom Tune. RF T1000-1bdCP and T400-4 Boston Acoustics SPG 555 Kenwood eXcelon 995 RF Punch 6.5" components and MB Quart Premium 6x9"s Powermaster Alternator, YellowTop D34, Vmax CT1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2008 sorry to thread jack, but didnt think a new thread needed to be started for this question: Would 12Ga be just fine for delivering 1100+RMS wattage to each of my BL's? Im needing to dump my 8ga speaker wire for thinner stuff. No worries man, I finally got a hold of some 12 gauge and already put it in my box so I got my question taken care of. I'm not personally sure with that man. I've done 12 gauge for 1000 watt RMS installs, but i don't know where you draw the line and jump up with it. Just to be safe I'd look for some 10 gauge dude. You would think there's a chart for this? I know there's one for power wire, but nothing on speaker wire? Any idiot can tell you that you cant run 18 gauge with an amp pushing 2000 watts, (that's obvious) but I mean, where do you draw the line on this topic? Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanson Posted August 19, 2008 Report Share Posted August 19, 2008 (edited) No worries man, I finally got a hold of some 12 gauge and already put it in my box so I got my question taken care of. I'm not personally sure with that man. I've done 12 gauge for 1000 watt RMS installs, but i don't know where you draw the line and jump up with it. Just to be safe I'd look for some 10 gauge dude. You would think there's a chart for this? I know there's one for power wire, but nothing on speaker wire? Any idiot can tell you that you cant run 18 gauge with an amp pushing 2000 watts, (that's obvious) but I mean, where do you draw the line on this topic? if you go into the "ELECTRICAL" section on here and look under "IMPORTANT TOPIC .......WIRE/FUSE guide" and you'll see the chart for the different size power wires and then you scroll down and you'll find the speaker wire sizes. so yes there is a chart for this. Edited August 19, 2008 by dmanson Quote 2-DC 15XLM2 D.7s 1-DC 5K amp (1) XS Power D6500(UNDERHOOD) and (1) XS3000(REAR) 3 runs 1/0ga for power and 2 runs of 1/0ga for negative. (2)-RFT165s components, ...... 4 separate 1 inch tweetersRF T600-2(fronts) Punch 450.4(rear) Audiocontrol 3.1. DC power 260amp alternator w/MLA Module Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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