Using fused distro block for ground?

[jinx8402 10+ year member]

I have a question, that I think I know the answer to but want to make sure before I purchase from Knu. Is it ok to use a "bar" to connect 2 points of a fused distro block on my ground wire? The reason I am asking this is 2 fold...

1. I only need 2 ground wires, so getting the 3 output ground box is not needed especially since it costs more than the dual fused block (I'm looking at the KonFUSED line).

2. Also, I want to have a sleek and symmetrical look.

Also, what type of metal would you suggest using? I think I remember seeing someone else do this actually, but would like someone who has a better understanding of this to give their opinion.

Thanks

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[Prowler573 5,000+ posts]

First thing that comes to my mind is why did you bother with the extra expense of a fused distro for cabling that carries no positive current?

(Grounds need no fusing //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/fyi.gif.9f1f679348da7204ce960cfc74bca8e0.gif)

 

[squeak9798 5,000+ posts]

I would do neither and not purchase a fused distro block for grounding purposes.

 

[jinx8402 10+ year member]

Well, from Knu, the dual output fused block is less expensive than the 3 output ground block. So it's not more expensive. Check it out. As you can see the ground KonFUSED block is more expensive than the 2 Way KonFUSED power block

Second, I know you don't fuse the ground, that is why I'm asking if I use a solid brass bar as a jumper between the 2 points. And finally, I think it would look more symmetrical having the same size/shape block for both ground and power.

 

[turn it up 10+ year member]

I get what you're saying; basically doing it for the looks. It should be fine.

 

[jinx8402 10+ year member]

Thank you, someone who understood my reasoning...lol.

 

[helotaxi 5,000+ posts]

Go ahead and use the fuses. It won't hurt anything and will really look symetrical.