What Gauge Wire to use?

[MDmounty]

I just got a 240 watt 2 channel amp and I was wondering what the best gauge of power/ground wire I should use. I was also wondering about the in line fuse for the power wire too, how many amps should I have there? If it makes any difference, there's a 10A fuse on the back of the amp. Thanks for any help

 

[DjDom]

10 gauge is enough for it. 8 if you want room for upgrades later.
Yes you need an inline fuse. 25 amps max on 10 gauge. 30 on 8. You won't need more.

 

[toypaseo]

Keep in mind that if you plan to upgrade at any time in the future, it is better to overkill now with a larger gauge wire. Waste of money to buy smaller gauge at first, then have to pull that and buy larger gauge for an upgrade.

I would think 8 gauge would be fine, but I am no car audio expert...

 

[1996BLKBauer]

1/0 GAUGE!!!! MORE POOOOWWWEEEERRR!!!! YOU NEED A 300AMP FUSE!!!!!! I'm only kidding though, I would do 8 gauge though, leave you room for a small upgrade later, I run a 500watt Alpine amp off of 8 gauge with no problems.

 

[MDmounty]

Thanks for the help everyone I think I can get it from here