Wire Gauge Required for Redarc 60-Amp Relay Kit

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60-Amp Relay Kit for Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger Do you know wire size is used with this kits pigtails? Mainly concerned with feed wires on post 30 and 87. Thank you.

asked by: Jeff K

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According to the instructions for the 60-Amp Relay Kit # 331-RK1260, the power wires need to be at least 6mm (squared) which is the equivalent to 10 Gauge Wire # 10-1-1.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

If you're installing the RedArc BCDC #331-BCDC1225D using the 60-Amp Relay Kit for Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger #331-RK1260 you will connect the relay to the vehicle ignition. I've also linked the wiring diagram for this…

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Answer 2

The Pollack 2-Pole Connector #PK12801 is designed to have the wires attached with ring terminals. By crimping on ring terminals to the ends of the wires and then holding them on with the included screw.

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Answer 3

The #PK12801 has the following dimensions: Top to Bottom: 3-5/8" Side to side: 3-3/4" Cut out: 1-13/16" I've also added a diagram with these dimensions for you to check out.

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Answer 4

Since the estimated length of the wire run you'll have with the part #331-BCDC1240D is between 18 and 20 feet you'd want to use 4 gauge wire. If the run was less than 16 feet you could use 6 gauge. The two relay kits you mentioned actually…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

To add a 7-Way connector to the bed of your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500, I recommend the Draw-Tite 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness item #20110. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your…

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Answer 7

To charge your battery on your camper properly while towing I recommend the Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Dual Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 25 Amp Item #331-BCDC1225D combined with Jumper Cables with Blue Quick Connect - 28' Long Item…

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Answer 8

The only pin that should be continuously showing 12V power on the 7-Way connector on your vehicle is the 12V power circuit which is normally the black wire but not always. In 7-way wiring the 12V auxiliary power feed is carried on the contact at the…

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Answer 9

I have a way for you to test and see if your 2007 Nissan Xterra has a smart alternator (I doubt it does), but I unfortunately don't have a list of what vehicles have a smart alternator so it will require you to do some testing: 1. Locate your…

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Answer 10

The pin of the relay that comes with the #331-RK1260 that runs to "ignition" only needs a power source that is active when the key is on to basically tell the relay to activate. You don't have to actually splice into ignition wiring. So…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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