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1v6pony

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Posted: July 29, 2004 at 6:28 PM / IP Logged

What size amperage Diode should be used with relays for Alarms...

The examples on this site show 1amp, And another source said to use 6amp.

What is correct??

1v6pony

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Posted: July 29, 2004 at 8:28 PM / IP Logged

OK I do have the install guide and it does not say. So I am safe with useing a 1amp Diode Then???

draasch

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Posted: July 29, 2004 at 8:33 PM / IP Logged

in most cases, yes........if you were pulling say a lawn trailer, then you might need to use a 6 amp to prevent feed back and blowing the parking light wire fuse..........you should be fine with the 1 amp diode.......but when in doubt, ask one of us here!

good luck..

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1v6pony

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Posted: July 29, 2004 at 9:29 PM / IP Logged

Thanks guys for the help, Will be installing it next week. Will Hooler if i need any more advice.

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