Power Wire?

[da_bOm 10+ year member]

I have a BP1200.1 and was wondering if i ran an 8Awg wire to it would you notice the difference from a 4Awg? will the amp still put out as much in an 8Awg compared to 4 or 6? what problems will i have running an 8Awg from a 4?

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[gator4thehaters 10+ year member]

I don't think you'll notice the size difference very distinctly with your ears but if you let the amp play long enough, I think it may clip or shut itself down if the wire isn't sufficient for the power output. Maybe someone else can be of better help to you.

 

[kingpin_jeffie 10+ year member]

crutchfield.com has a current draw guide to help you figure out what size wire you need based on the size of your amps and the length of the wire needed.

but the rule is bigger is better

no sense in cutting down the current flow with smaller wire so id go with 4 awg or maybe even 2 awg

 

[n2audio 5,000+ posts]

That amp's 1200 rms at 1 or 2 ohms right? If that's the case I'd personally go w/4. But if your power wire is 10 ft. or less I don't think 8ga will cause any problems. Make sure you fuse correctly at the battery.