Battery/Solar Wiring, Tools & Parts
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Since it’s safe to put a lithium battery inside the trailer, you may find yourself wanting to redo the wiring.
Note: the breakaway switch should be connected to the battery side of the disconnect switch.
Parts & tools
Note: The items listed are only examples. You need to calculate your setup’s needs to pick the right amperage for each cable, fuse, circuit breaker, etc.
Battery cables
– I used 4 awg since I have a simple setup. The factory wiring is 8 awg. Some people use 2, 1, 1/0 awg wire.
Circuit breaker
Battery disconnect switch
Class T fuse
– Catastrophic fuse to protect trailer wiring
Fuse holder
110A for 100A BMS
200A for 200A BMS
Power posts
Power posts
– with covers
Power distribution blocks
10 awg cable for solar
– wiring the controller and battery if mounted inside the trailer
Crimping tool, wire cutter & wire stripper
Battery terminal lugs
– purchase the correct size for your application
Heat shrink tubing
Heat Shrink Ring Connectors