Hello, I am attempting to wire CANcoders into the mini power module of my electronics board for a swerve drive. Unfortunately, I am unsure of what amperage the mini fuses should be. I am thinking it is 15 or 20 amps but I am not 100% sure.
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CANCoders are 60mA max, so assuming 4 for a swerve we are at 240mA max draw so under an amp. Assuming 22 awg wire then a 5-10 amp fuse will do. If you use a 15-20 amp fuse by rules you will need to go to 18awg wire.
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So if I used 24 gauge wire then I would need to use 2 amp circuit breakers?
Yes, the VRM 12v channel is 2A. No breaker needed there.
Okay so I’m not using a VRM, I am using a mini power module. However, the manual doesn’t seem to have a specific breaker for the mini power module. Is there one or should I try an alternative option like wiring the CANcoders via 22 gauge CAN wires? Is that alternative option even allowed?
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For the mini power module it matters what fuse you are using.
If you use a fuse rated for:_______________You can use this wire or thicker:
15/20 AMP__________________________________________18 gauge+
2/5/10 AMP_________________________________________22 gauge+
1 AMP or less_______________________________________28 gauge+
You could argue that 2amp fuse would be covered with 24 gauge, but it’s specially says VRM.
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