How much can this guage wire handle?

[LongThrow]

BOSS Audio KIT2 8 Gauge Amplifier Installation Kit:Amazon:Car Electronics currently have this as my amp wiring. How much power can this wire setup withstand?

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[72Impala 10+ year member]

50-100 amps MAX. More like 50 amps current

 

[BoomTaco64]

really? boss wire...i would venture to say about 25-30a (200w). i bet its 10awg in 8awg insulation. do not skimp on the power wiring!!!!!

 

[LongThrow]

Thanks! Looks like I'll need to be upgrading wires along with my amp.

 

[negolien]

monster has a 4 gauge kit probably be the lowest quality I would go with.

 

[n2audio 5,000+ posts]

Knowing Boss I would have guessed ~10 awg/30A, but reviewers are saying 12-14 awg so maybe as low as 20a.

One thing is for sure, I think it would be wise to replace that 50a fuse with something quite a bit smaller.

 

[LongThrow]

I wouldn't say 10g, no sizes on my wire stripper can strip it, unless that's just because of the insulation

 

[n2audio 5,000+ posts]

unless that's just because of the insulation

yes