ppilotmike
Well Known Member
I think I understand how to size wires for run lengths and voltage/current now, after reading a bit, taking a SportAir class on electrical systems, etc. However, my "potentially stupid" question is this:
Many electrical items such as pumps, lights, etc come with short lead wires poking out of them which we, as the builder, must connect to longer wires to incorporate them into our electrical systems. What if, after careful determination, you end up with a wire size for your run that is larger in size than the short lead wire into the device? Given a steady power consumption situation, wouldn't this mean the lead wire would act like a fuse now (bad)?
Many electrical items such as pumps, lights, etc come with short lead wires poking out of them which we, as the builder, must connect to longer wires to incorporate them into our electrical systems. What if, after careful determination, you end up with a wire size for your run that is larger in size than the short lead wire into the device? Given a steady power consumption situation, wouldn't this mean the lead wire would act like a fuse now (bad)?