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Default Type 2 vs. Type 3 Wire

The guy at the local marina is a cheap SOB. Type 2 is used by some
production builders to save some money but you should always use the
more flexable Type 3. Ancor, Dearborn, Berkshire and most other marine
primary wire is Type 3. Use good quality adhesive lined heat shrink
crimp terminals where ever there is a risk that a connection might get
dunked.

In a properly made joint vibration is much more of a hazzard than wicking.

Sir Spamalot wrote:
Hi all,

I'm going to do some re-wiring on my boat, and have a quick question.

While talking to a guy at the local marina, he said that I should be
using Type 2 wire, as opposed to the Type 3 which is readily available
at my local boating supply store. He said that Type 2 should be used
for all general wiring, as type 3 will "wick" more due to the fine
strands, and will not last. He also indicated that USCG standards
specify Type 2.

Anyone care to comment on this?

Thanks.
SS


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