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bfofre
March 31st, 2004, 11:59 AM
I have built a new MH lighting system (Or am building I mean)
And have a question for all....
I am using 2 x 175 F-can ballasts.
What guage wire (extension cords) would you use for the power and for the socket to ballast connections??

I think the amp rating is like 2amps per bulb but just want to be sure that I don't burn down my brand new house!!

I'm thinking 16 guage but have had a few reccommend 14 guage.

Any thoughts??

bfofre
March 31st, 2004, 12:04 PM
Was thinking of using either of these..

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=8855


http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=8857

ryung97
March 31st, 2004, 12:14 PM
I am no electrical expert, but if the difference is only 1 dollar, I would go for the 14 guage just in case.

Cellenzweig
March 31st, 2004, 12:50 PM
I would go with the thicker wire as well. Better safe than sorry!