Desert Rat
Well Known Member
Hey guys-
I understand how to use the wire sizing chart in 43.13, but I need a little clarity about the wires running to the Fly Led strobes.
I see that the wire diagram calls for a 20 gauge wire from the bus to the controller for the strobes, and 18-22 gauge from the controller to the wingtips & tail.
Assuming the controller is in the sub panel or under the seat somewhere, that's about a 12-15' run to the tail & wingtips. Are most people running 20 gauge from the controller on to the lights or stepping up to 18? I see that the pre-made wire loom from FlyLed specifically calls out 22 gauge which seems awfully small and is making me question if I'm missing something.
I understand how to use the wire sizing chart in 43.13, but I need a little clarity about the wires running to the Fly Led strobes.
I see that the wire diagram calls for a 20 gauge wire from the bus to the controller for the strobes, and 18-22 gauge from the controller to the wingtips & tail.
Assuming the controller is in the sub panel or under the seat somewhere, that's about a 12-15' run to the tail & wingtips. Are most people running 20 gauge from the controller on to the lights or stepping up to 18? I see that the pre-made wire loom from FlyLed specifically calls out 22 gauge which seems awfully small and is making me question if I'm missing something.