I know a guy that wired his house 120v AC, 220v AC, and 12v DC. The 12v DC boxes are right next to the 120v AC boxes. 120v AC have white receptacles and covers, 12v DC have brown receptacles and covers. 12v DC is only on when his generator kicks on. Looks a bit odd but "smart". Built this house early 2000's.
I've switched to XT 30,60,90 better fit and no heat buildup.... Liked the video will try this on stuff still under warranty before I switch to XT.... Thank You
XT has a short lifespan of constant in/out use. Use Marine DC plugs and sockets amzn.to/4h1z66N to use on everything in the DC appliance market as well as numerous other power needs. I have done complete RV solar installs with all panels connected that way.
funny thing, it was invented in the 1960's by 3M for the Ford Motor Company and not sold to the public till about 1977. Then it was called shrink tape by 3M and in only 4 sizes. We bought shrink fit, a competitor product by Cascade Products back then. PS - If you wonder how I remember so much, I have Asperger syndrome and a QOM of almost 400 (386) so I remember almost 40% of everything I ever see, smell, touch, read, do and experience. The average QOM ( quotient of memory ) in the human population is 122, 12.2% so my head is loaded with as much good info as pointless info. Honestly, it sucks to have a RAM of 100 gig in your head.
I have always used my 45a powerpoles (25a rated) for things, but needed more recently, and moved my large loads to xt90's. Installed panel mount versions on devices for a clean flush finish. Normally always cut off and remove those cig outlet ends, keep a few of the good ones for adapters if needed.
I use the chassis mount versions of the 60 and 90 a whole kit for cheap amzn.to/4hb9sfF for many things and even have XT90 on my 400 watt DC heaters Road pro models amzn.to/3BVWGBv so I can move it from place to place. I have them in the Ford and Chevy to do some easy heat.
A good high amp connection for 12 volt aside from banana plugs, use Anderson Powerpoles there are different pins that can be used some are 15 amp some are 30 amp and 45 amp. And all use the same casings for the pins or connection tabs. Little to no resistance with using these if used right unlike cigarette lighter sockets. Powerpoles are becoming more and more standard in the dc excesery and radio world. I had a igloo truck fridge/cooler I cut the end off and put on the Powerpoles and didn't have a melt down or blown fuse problem getting rid of the restance problem from the cigarette lighter socket /plug.
The number one issue with DC is heat, using the 20 amp grade is best on the lighter socket and plug. But for serious never fail DC power 20 to 75 amps I use the Marine Plugs and outlets amzn.to/3YBsbZg . I have had lots of Anderson plugs get carbon arc issues, the wire tends to short out due to very little shoulder on the cable at the plug. But the marine plugs use much better contacts, MUCH better cable management, and locking secure methods. I have 4 in my RV and 2 in my truck that all my DC cooking, tool and heating items connect to, zero heat so no problems and they are foolproof to use and install.
The longer the run, the thicker the cable. I use 8 gauge to feed stuff at 10 feet or less from power source. There is data in the internet that have charts Tharp show distance from power source and the amperage load that will be needed. I prefer to use the stainless cover plates, more durable but expensive.
Great info. I watch all your videos, a fan. However I find myself to be a big fan of the Anderson connectors that can do up to 30 amps no problem and are a universal connector. You may want to check out anderson connectors and recommend those as people will find them useful. And Kiera Feel Better!
Using a infrared camera, you can see tons of heat in a Anderson when you exceed 20 amps, I think the quality of them varies so much a good one is hard to find. My #1 DC plug style is the Marine Plugs. amzn.to/4fdM6o2 NO HEAT and serious ampacity and safety.
12volt supply right there at the workbench. Why didn't I think of that? I don't do much in 12volt but struggling with jumpers and finding everything just to do a 30second test with a battery or battery charger is a pain in the ash and probably takes 10minutes. My 200amp car charger sits under my workbench and would be an easy connect bam job done, not using 200amps of course.
Hi John, sorry to hear Kiera isn't feeling so well, but TOSOT is waiting for your response on the delivered RV AC for several months, please at least respond, thanks.
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Sorry to hear Kiera isn't feeling so well. I have a few kids with the crud right now as well. Another informative video, thanks John!
Very informative video and perfect timing. I just started wiring my little shop building. Hopefully Kiera gets better soon. 🙏🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍
Parts to help out are on that one page, be sure to wire heavy and fuse often.
Good information on things most people wouldn't know
Thanks John! Always enjoy your videos!
Thanks John, as always, much appreciated.
Great video John Your shop never looks so good. Then happy to see that you're looking good health.
Definitely doing this. Great info as always!
Always good to learn something new. Thanks for the video!
Love it!!
Another Great Video 👍👍Get Well Soon Kiera❤
I know a guy that wired his house 120v AC, 220v AC, and 12v DC. The 12v DC boxes are right next to the 120v AC boxes. 120v AC have white receptacles and covers, 12v DC have brown receptacles and covers. 12v DC is only on when his generator kicks on. Looks a bit odd but "smart". Built this house early 2000's.
I've switched to XT 30,60,90 better fit and no heat buildup.... Liked the video will try this on stuff still under warranty before I switch to XT.... Thank You
XT has a short lifespan of constant in/out use. Use Marine DC plugs and sockets amzn.to/4h1z66N to use on everything in the DC appliance market as well as numerous other power needs. I have done complete RV solar installs with all panels connected that way.
here its just called heat shrink.
the cigarette lighter on the wall was fun , takes me back to the good old cars.
funny thing, it was invented in the 1960's by 3M for the Ford Motor Company and not sold to the public till about 1977. Then it was called shrink tape by 3M and in only 4 sizes. We bought shrink fit, a competitor product by Cascade Products back then.
PS - If you wonder how I remember so much, I have Asperger syndrome and a QOM of almost 400 (386) so I remember almost 40% of everything I ever see, smell, touch, read, do and experience. The average QOM ( quotient of memory ) in the human population is 122, 12.2% so my head is loaded with as much good info as pointless info. Honestly, it sucks to have a RAM of 100 gig in your head.
I have always used my 45a powerpoles (25a rated) for things, but needed more recently, and moved my large loads to xt90's. Installed panel mount versions on devices for a clean flush finish. Normally always cut off and remove those cig outlet ends, keep a few of the good ones for adapters if needed.
I use the chassis mount versions of the 60 and 90 a whole kit for cheap amzn.to/4hb9sfF for many things and even have XT90 on my 400 watt DC heaters Road pro models amzn.to/3BVWGBv so I can move it from place to place. I have them in the Ford and Chevy to do some easy heat.
A good high amp connection for 12 volt aside from banana plugs, use Anderson Powerpoles there are different pins that can be used some are 15 amp some are 30 amp and 45 amp. And all use the same casings for the pins or connection tabs. Little to no resistance with using these if used right unlike cigarette lighter sockets. Powerpoles are becoming more and more standard in the dc excesery and radio world. I had a igloo truck fridge/cooler I cut the end off and put on the Powerpoles and didn't have a melt down or blown fuse problem getting rid of the restance problem from the cigarette lighter socket /plug.
The number one issue with DC is heat, using the 20 amp grade is best on the lighter socket and plug. But for serious never fail DC power 20 to 75 amps I use the Marine Plugs and outlets amzn.to/3YBsbZg . I have had lots of Anderson plugs get carbon arc issues, the wire tends to short out due to very little shoulder on the cable at the plug. But the marine plugs use much better contacts, MUCH better cable management, and locking secure methods. I have 4 in my RV and 2 in my truck that all my DC cooking, tool and heating items connect to, zero heat so no problems and they are foolproof to use and install.
The longer the run, the thicker the cable. I use 8 gauge to feed stuff at 10 feet or less from power source. There is data in the internet that have charts Tharp show distance from power source and the amperage load that will be needed.
I prefer to use the stainless cover plates, more durable but expensive.
Great info. I watch all your videos, a fan. However I find myself to be a big fan of the Anderson connectors that can do up to 30 amps no problem and are a universal connector. You may want to check out anderson connectors and recommend those as people will find them useful. And Kiera Feel Better!
Using a infrared camera, you can see tons of heat in a Anderson when you exceed 20 amps, I think the quality of them varies so much a good one is hard to find. My #1 DC plug style is the Marine Plugs. amzn.to/4fdM6o2 NO HEAT and serious ampacity and safety.
12volt supply right there at the workbench. Why didn't I think of that? I don't do much in 12volt but struggling with jumpers and finding everything just to do a 30second test with a battery or battery charger is a pain in the ash and probably takes 10minutes. My 200amp car charger sits under my workbench and would be an easy connect bam job done, not using 200amps of course.
Hi John, sorry to hear Kiera isn't feeling so well, but TOSOT is waiting for your response on the delivered RV AC for several months, please at least respond, thanks.