Directed Electronics A1200/4 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
load, double its 4 ohm RMS rating. These amplifiers will effectively
double their power at this load.
1000W X 1.5 X2 = 3000 watts
3000W
= 250 Amps total current draw
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If you are using more than one amplifier, add up the total current
draw for all of them and choose the appropriate gauge based on the
grand total.
POWER WIRE SIZE
A minimum of 8 gauge or a maximum of 4 gauge wire is
recommended dependent on the application.
The ground wire must be the same gauge as the power wire.
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