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Thread: Adding USB & Cig plugs?
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01-13-2017, 04:17 AM #1
Adding USB & Cig plugs?
So I plan on adding some outlets around the boat. I was looking at this....
Guoke Dual Usb Phone Motorcycle Cigarette Lighter Socket Set Splitter 12v 2.1a Charger Power Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBKO2YY..._KKiEyb8YQ4NBV
Or similar if anyone recommends something else?
I would not be using the plate that comes with it but just drill individual holes to mount each separate. They have a locking nut on the back side.
Here's my locations I want to add stuff.
Port Locker - one of each
Port Speaker Niche - one of each near each speaker
Bow Port Speaker Niche - pending size and depth only USB
Bow Starboard Speaker Niche - pending size and depth just the cig plug.
Starboard Speaker Niche - USB only
Anyone have any suggestions or think of better locations?
Real question is how to wire these? Can I just tap into the existing cig plug on my dash or in glove box? Or do I need to add a fuse or what?
What gauge wire should I use? Can I use standard 16awg speaker wire? What connectors do I need?
The USB's can't draw very much and I can't see myself using more than one cig plug at a time. Maybe if I had a second pump for extra bags but I don't think so. Mostly use to blow up rafts and extra bags.
Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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01-13-2017, 10:29 AM #2
I'd think about adding a fuse to each side or split front/rear. If you blow it you still have the other side.
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01-13-2017, 11:41 AM #3
Brett,
The one question is what is the ACC rated for in terms of amps. This will determine the wire gauge for the most part. I would consider doubling the amp draw in anticipation of two ACC sockets being in use as once. Add 3A for the USB too.
Now, if i was installing multiple ports around a boat, I would likely divide them to a port side circuit and STBD side circuit. Daisy-chain from the furthest from the helm too the closest, then finish the runs to the helm. I would use a standard 2-conductor, like speaker wire, of the proper gauge. Once at the helm, I would terminate the circuits with its own circuit breaker of proper amperage on the B+ off the helm B+ supply and B- to the helm ground supply.
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01-13-2017, 12:49 PM #42015 Mondo
Upgraded 900lb Rears, 250lb under Port Seat & 750lb IBS
2079 Prop
Auto Flow 2.0
Kicker Stereo: 2 800.5 amps, 2 400.2 amps, 4 KM8 towers , 4 KM10 subs & 8 KM6 cabin speakers
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01-13-2017, 05:18 PM #5
May not have a spare per say, but maybe an unused ACC breaker for an option that was not installed on your boat. I would plan on buying two of the proper amp rating, one for each side. Looking at $20 for a couple of marine panel mount manual reset breakers.
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01-13-2017, 08:47 PM #62015 Mondo
Upgraded 900lb Rears, 250lb under Port Seat & 750lb IBS
2079 Prop
Auto Flow 2.0
Kicker Stereo: 2 800.5 amps, 2 400.2 amps, 4 KM8 towers , 4 KM10 subs & 8 KM6 cabin speakers
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01-13-2017, 08:51 PM #72015 Mondo
Upgraded 900lb Rears, 250lb under Port Seat & 750lb IBS
2079 Prop
Auto Flow 2.0
Kicker Stereo: 2 800.5 amps, 2 400.2 amps, 4 KM8 towers , 4 KM10 subs & 8 KM6 cabin speakers
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01-14-2017, 04:44 AM #8
Anyone know the best butt connector kit to buy on amazon? Something I can have spares for all my 12v needs
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Upgraded 900lb Rears, 250lb under Port Seat & 750lb IBS
2079 Prop
Auto Flow 2.0
Kicker Stereo: 2 800.5 amps, 2 400.2 amps, 4 KM8 towers , 4 KM10 subs & 8 KM6 cabin speakers
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01-15-2017, 02:01 AM #92015 Mondo
Upgraded 900lb Rears, 250lb under Port Seat & 750lb IBS
2079 Prop
Auto Flow 2.0
Kicker Stereo: 2 800.5 amps, 2 400.2 amps, 4 KM8 towers , 4 KM10 subs & 8 KM6 cabin speakers
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01-15-2017, 09:21 AM #10
I would leave the switches and their wiring intact. The sockets dont need to be switched, but they do need circuit protection in the form of a fuse or breaker. Now, if those ACC switches have breakers and the switches are unused, you could re-purpose those breakers or the breaker spot, for the sockets. Just need to make sure the breakers are of the proper amp rating and its supply wire, if its not bolted to a BUS bar, is ample.