What Fuse Rating is Needed to Protect the 12 Volt Accessory Power Cirucit on a 7-Way Connector?

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for the 12v power going to the trailer,i used 12 awg wire. what size fuse would be correct to use? thanks!

asked by: vernon d

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To protect the 12 volt accessory power supply circuit, we recommend using a 40 amp inline circuit breaker, part number 9510.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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