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Old 08-05-2021, 08:25   #1
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LED Wiring
I'm replacing the wiring, anchor and the deck/steaming light on a mast of about 35'. The mast is deck stepped so the wires will have a disconnect at the base. Is a 16 gauge wire adequate for these LED lights or do I need to use a 14 gauge wire?


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16 is plenty.
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16 gauge will carry the current but 14 will be stronger physically for not much weight or cost. Either will work
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16 is plenty.
and if you are worried, 16 is the smallest I believe allowed under ABYC
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