Perth 12Volt Wiring
Wiring is a crucial aspect of any auto electrical setup and cannot be ignored. Proper installation of cable, fuses, connectors, and other components is essential for the proper function of your products. To install these components, specialised tools, crimps & lugs and ties/tape are required to ensure a neat and professional finish.
To run a 12V system, various wiring, plugs, and adapters are required. Perth pro Auto offers a comprehensive selection of wiring kits, components, and tools to help you create your ideal system and maintain it properly.
You can personalise your setup by selecting from our range of extension leads and Anderson plugs, or opt for our dual battery system wiring kit that includes all the necessary parts to install an auxiliary battery. Whatever your power needs may be, Perth pro Auto can provide the leads, plugs, sockets, and adapters to ensure that power is delivered where it needs to be.
Choosing Cable and Fuses
Calculating what size of cable and what fuses you need for certain products you plan to install, and use can be tricky. You need to consider the length of cable you are running, the voltage drop, and what each product recommends you use. View our CABLE SIZE GUIDE
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Importance of choosing the right Cable and Fuses for camping and off roading
Choosing the right cables and fuses for camping and off-roading is important for several reasons:
Safety: Using the correct type and gauge of cable for the specific application can prevent potential safety hazards such as electrical fires or short circuits. Similarly, choosing the appropriate amperage rating for the fuses ensures the circuit is protected from overloading and overheating.
Reliability: High-quality cables and fuses are designed to withstand the harsh conditions and rough usage that is common in camping and off-roading environments. This can ensure that your power system remains operational and reliable.
Compatibility: It's important to match the right type of cable to the specific application. The right type of cable can be resistant to heat, cold, vibration, sunlight or chemicals. It’s also essential that you match the fuse to the application, this is to make sure the protection provided is adequate to avoid damaging the equipment.
Flexibility: A variety of cable and fuse options are available to suit different power needs and setups. This allows for more flexibility in designing a power system that meets your specific requirements.
Easy Maintenance: Choosing the right cables and fuses that are easy to identify and locate any issues with the system, making troubleshooting and maintenance easier.
Cost-effective: Choosing the right cables and fuses can prevent costly repairs and replacements in the long run, by protecting the equipment from damage and prolonging the life of the system.
Overall, choosing the right cables and fuses for your camping and off-roading power system can help to ensure safety, reliability, compatibility and ease of maintenance, while being cost-effective.
Benefits of getting the right Cables & Sleeving for camping and caravans
Getting the right cables and sleeving for camping and caravans can provide several benefits:
Durability: High-quality cables and sleeving can withstand the harsh conditions and rough usage that is common in camping and caravanning environments. This can ensure that your power system remains operational and reliable.
Protection: Sleeving can provide additional protection to your cables, reducing the risk of damage from abrasion or impact. This can prolong the life of your cables and ensure that power is delivered consistently and safely.
Flexibility: A variety of cables and sleeving options are available to suit different power needs and setups. This allows for more flexibility in designing a power system that meets your specific requirements.
Safety: Using the right cables and sleeving for your specific application can help to prevent potential safety hazards, such as electrical fires or short circuits.
Aesthetics: A well-sleeved cable installation gives a neat and professional look, Improving the overall appearance of the vehicle, caravan or camper.
Heat Resistance: High-quality sleeving materials like silicone rubber or PTFE, can provide high heat resistance which is important for vehicle and caravan applications, where wires can be subjected to high temperatures.
Easy Maintenance: Sleeving can make it easy to identify and locate any issues with the cables, making troubleshooting and maintenance easier.
Overall, using the right cables and sleeving for your camping and caravan power system can help to ensure durability, safety, and flexibility, while making the system more visually appealing and easy to maintain.
Using your Accessories
When incorporating any products into your vehicle such as a light bar, compressor, or winch, its essential that you install switches for them so they can be put to use when necessary. We have a wide range of blank and labelled switches with different color options as well as switch panels to suit a variety of vehicles.
Connectors and plugs are also important to be able to run accessories and products properly. From Anderson plugs to merit plugs, we have many options to suit each product requirement as well as your preferences.
At Perth Pro, we are dedicated to supplying top-quality auto electric parts to our customers throughout Australia and around the world. Our wide-ranging and constantly expanding selection of parts has been carefully chosen by skilled and experienced auto electricians to spare you the trouble of sifting through subpar products. We stand behind the products we sell and believe in their quality.
Customer service is our highest priority. Our team at Perth pro Auto Electric Parts is dedicated to helping you find what you need and providing assistance whenever possible. We take pride in offering friendly and professional customer service, with the goal of finding the right solution for your individual needs and lifestyle.
We are committed to being transparent in all aspects of our business, and we're always happy to answer any questions you may have about our products, processes, and values. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns.
Overlooked Equipment
Our range of tools is important for soldering, crimping, and cutting when installing your products. Some tools are specific to certain kinds of cable, crimps, and terminals.
Underrated but essential are tape and cable ties. They help finish an installation and make everything look tidy. Fleece tape is especially good to protect your cables as it is heat resistant and reduces rattling.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Please note that we do not regularly stock all items in our shop so please wait for us to confirm they are ready for pickup or call us to check availability.
Shop address for pickups:
1/6 Radius Loop, Bayswater WA-6053
Opening times:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
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