Recommended Breaker Size Before Solenoids for Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch Installation
Question:
I was thinking of using this winch on our boat to lift a 500lb tender. The current install has a Breaker before the solenoids, which id like to keep in place, if possible. What Size breaker should i put inline?
asked by: Christopher B
Expert Reply:
I spoke with my contact at Bulldog Winches and the Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch - Wire Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 3,400 lbs # BDW15017 should not be used to lift your 500 lb tender since winches are designed to pull loads over ground.
Instead, you would want to use a hoist like the Bulldog Winch Heavy-Duty Hoist - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 800 lbs # BDW69AR. This hoist has a maximum draw of 60 amps so you would want to use a 60 amp or slightly higher breaker.
Products Referenced in This Question
Bulldog Winch Heavy-Duty Hoist - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 800 lbs
- Electric Winch
- Hoist Winch
- 3-Stage Planetary Gear
- 1.0 HP
- 1 - 1000 lbs
- 31 - 40 lbs
- Fast - 10 or More fpm
- Wire Rope
- Bulldog Winch
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Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch - Wire Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 3,400 lbs
- Electric Winch
- Car Trailer Winch
- Trailer Winch
- 3-Stage Planetary Gear
- 2.0 HP
- 2001 - 4000 lbs
- 21 - 30 lbs
- Medium - 5 to 9 fpm
- Plug-In Remote
- Wire Rope
- Bulldog Winch
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