Tripping 120Amp

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Originally posted by Andy A.
One thing to note on the rules is that it contradicts its self on this issue.

It does say you must use #6 for main power distribution, but it goes on to say that the stated wire sizes are the minimum allowed.
-Andy A.

There is no contradiction. The battery, the 120 amp circuit breaker and the power distro blocks must be wired with #6 only. The minimum allowed wire size refers to all other wiring. Although I don't know why you would try to attach a blade terminal to a #4 wire to feed a speed controller or motor. The weight of the wire would eventually break the terminal off. (although it makes a dandy heatsink!) Otherwise it adds weight and expense and takes up room in an already crowded electrical system. (well ours anyway.)