2 Pole Wiring Connector Recommendations for Powering Winch on Trailer

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Question:

I have a hydraulic tilt trailer that has a electric Hydraulic unit on it and I want to add a winch to it, I was planning on running 4 gauge wires from the truck battery to the trailer battery using this 2 pole connector interested to get some feedback on this.

asked by: Jim

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Helpful Expert Reply:

That would be a great idea. We don't carry 4 gauge wire, but the # PK12801 2-pole connector would work great for what you are trying to do. For the male connector you would want the part # PK12800.

The connectors are rated for up to 200 amps so you will need to make sure your winch doesn't draw more than that.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact at Pollak and he informed me that this 2-Pole Trailer Connector is designed to be soldered to 4-6 gauge wire. In order to accomplish that you will need to take the unit apart and remove each terminal from the plastic housing…

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Answer 2

The Pollack 2-Pole Connector, #PK12801, is designed to have the wires attached with ring terminals. By crimping on ring terminals to the ends of the wires and then holding them on with the included screw, it will provide a strong and quick attachment…

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Answer 3

The Pollack 2-Pole Connector #PK12801 is designed to have the wires attached with ring terminals. By crimping on ring terminals to the ends of the wires and then holding them on with the included screw.

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Answer 4

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