What Gauge Wire To Use For Power Wire On 7-Way?
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/10/2025
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When using a 4-way to 7-way adaptor, what gauge wire and what amp fuse should be used for trailer power and what stops the trailer from accessing the tow vehicle battery when tow vehicle not running.
asked by: Vincent T
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Expert Reply:
Hello Vincent, thanks for reaching out. Some 14 gauge wire would be acceptable for the 12v power wire. Generally, we would use a 30 amp circuit breaker for this.
To prevent any backfeed you can install a diode like part # RM-690.
I hope this helps. Leave a reply with any other questions or comments and I will get back to you.
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Jesse M
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Jesse M.
10/27/2025
Hey Vincent, how did things go with the 4-way to 7-way adapter and the diode setup? Your results could really help others trying to keep their trailer from backfeeding power to the tow vehicle.