Few quick questions about wiring

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phishguy

Active Member

Mar 1, 2017

• #1

50v leds running at about 55 watts each. Can I use regular thermostat wire? Also, if I am wiring in parallel, it's a good idea to fuse each led at maybe 1.5a right? Thanks!

 

RandomHero8913

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Mar 1, 2017

• #2

How many are you running?

 

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phishguy

Active Member

Mar 1, 2017

• #3

8 cxm22 on 2 hlg-185-48a. They would all be wired separately up to the driver if that matters

 

RandomHero8913

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Mar 3, 2017

• #4

On the thermostat wire just check the rated voltage and make sure you're within the limits.

 

visajoe1

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Mar 3, 2017

• #5

what type of heatsinks are you using

 

qballizhere

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Mar 3, 2017

• #6

18 ga solid core can handle up to 9.5A http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/wire-gauges-d_419.html