Main Dc (-) Connection - Maretron MPOWER CLMD16 User Manual

CLMD16 User's Manual
The unit's main DC (-) connection is made using commonly available components and are not
included with the CLMD16.
Connect the Main DC (-) connection with a ring terminal to the #10 stud on the front of the device
and torque the connection within the specified value of 10 – 15 in-lbs. (1.13 – 1.69 N·m). Because
the Main DC (-) connection has the potential to be a current carrying conductor, a 10 AWG minimum
wire size is mandatory for this connection. Failure to adhere to this recommendation may void unit's
warranty. It is recommended to increase the size of this connection if the length of the wire exceeds
(20) Ft or (6.0) M. from the vessel / vehicle's main ground source. If unsure of appropriate cable
sizing, use Table 2.
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Main DC (-) Connection

Table 2 - Main DC (-) Cable Length Table
12V Systems:
≤ 30ft ≤ 40ft ≤ 60ft
10 Awg 8 Awg 6 Awg
24V Systems:
≤ 40ft ≤ 60ft ≤ 80ft
10 Awg 8 Awg 6 Awg
≤ 100ft
4 Awg
≤ 100ft
4 Awg
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