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« on: August 30, 2007, 00:34:36 »
I have 4x 55w spots on the roof, what amp rating wire and switch will I need to switch them on and off WITHOUT blowing my 90 up!!
I know it goes Black to Black, Red to Red, Blue to bits!!!
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« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2007, 16:11:26 »
Well, firstly you will need to use a relay. Your switch is unlikely to take the current. You are drawing 18.3 Amps so a standard 30 Amp relay will do the trick.
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« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2007, 17:56:41 »
Yep, sorted, I have 30amp wire and a 35amp relay and 35amp switch.
Taking the signal from the main beam cable but override switch for road use!
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« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2007, 18:21:00 »
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.....but override switch for road use!


But of course  :wink:  :lol: Be honest, what you actually mean is an over ride switch for MOT's  :lol:
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« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2007, 21:48:58 »
:(biglaugh):
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« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2007, 22:01:02 »
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Quote from: "diggerdog36"
.....but override switch for road use!


But of course  :wink:  :lol: Be honest, what you actually mean is an over ride switch for MOT's  :lol:


GUILTY!!! :oops:
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Avoid employing unlucky people......simply bin half the applications!!!

 






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