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In article <Gz7ha.44$5u2.26@newssvr19.news.prodigy.com>, 
wesk@prodigy.net mentioned...
[...]

> Another issue to consider.  The greatest concern you face with 12v systems
> is voltage drop.  If you have LONG runs, this will become a significant
> problem.  DO NOT use small cable... #12 is the preferred roadway if running
> under 75ft (IMO)...  and another issue to consider is amperage.  Remember
> that #12 cable is good for 20 amps.  I'm sure you're very aware of the
> formula to figure your max allowable... and I'd urge you to consider no more
> than 300 watts on ANY circuit.  DO NOT pump up the transformer in order to
> put more fixtures on that circuit.

For 120 VAC, a 5 percent drop is 6 V, but for 12V, it's only 0.6V, so 
you cannot draw as many amps thru a 12 gauge for a given percent drop at 
12V.


> Wes

> "DaveC" <anon@bugus.net> wrote in message
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