Fuses for cables from second battery

Submitted: Monday, Jan 31, 2005 at 11:52
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Hi,

Looking for ideas here. I've installed the dual battery set up, very happy with the installation and operation etc. I've run 3 cables from the second battery to different places in the cab. One cable terminates behind the dash and runs the stereo, UHF, phone car kit and one socket. One cable runs to the cargo barrier to power the HF and one cable runs to the back to power the fridge, invertor, camping lights etc.

I have each of these cables and every piece of equipment fused at the end to protect all the equipment in case of a short. If, however, one of these cables rubs somehow and shorts to the body I'm in trouble. I now want to fit fuses close to the battery terminals.

Does any one have any suggestions on what type to use here? I am guessing that in-line fuses are the way to go, I can shorten the cable and install an in-line fuse I suppose.

Does anyone have any better ideas? any links to photos will be appreciated,

Thanks again to all who contribute (constructively),
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