What Gauge Wire Do I Use for a 40 Amp Circuit Breaker?
Updated 09/19/2024 | Published 09/14/2024
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Hello. What gauge wire should I use for auxiliary trailer power running off a 40amp circuit breaker that is connected to the battery via master kill switch? Thank you.
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Expert Reply:
Hey Issac. For a 40 amp circuit breaker you'll want to use 10 gauge wire like item # 10-1-1.
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