I cannot comment on the welding wire (although I definitely accept Bob K's
advice on this) but I can comment on the wire size you are considering.
The Europa factory wiring harness uses #4 AWG wire, stranded but not very
flexible, for the rear mounted battery.
Best regards,
Rob Housman
Irvine, CA
Europa XS Tri-Gear
A070
Airframe complete
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Gidday,
I'm trying to plan my electrical run from a rear mounted battery. I know
that I can get #2 gauge wire to do the job, but having never seen it or used
it, I have researched the list. It seems that welding wire is an option,
recommended in fact by Bob Nuckolls for its workability. The fire retardant
properties of the insulation are not great, but hey, a fire in a cockpit is
going to kill you long before the fumes will. So, has anyone got experience
using the welding cables, and any specific advice regarding which type to
get etc.
Reg
Tony Renshaw
Sydney Aussie........home building, of sorts
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