Shouldn't Hopkins Square 6-Way 37995 Come with Thicker Gauge Wiring

Question:

Hi There, RE product Item # 37995 I believe the specs given are that the wires are 18 gauge. Shouldnt some of the wires be thicker than 18 gauge, maybe 14 gauge or even a 12 gauge. I believe the electric brakes need something thicker. Please let me know. Thank you,

asked by: Roman D

Expert Reply:

All of the wires of the Hopkins 6-pole part # 37995 are 18 gauge. I would agree with you though that the ground circuit, brake output, and 12 volt accessory circuit should be a heavier gauge like 12. That's part of why I don't recommend this as a great solution for trailer wiring.

Instead I would replace the square connector on the trailer with a standard 7-way like the part # A10-7W6 which comes with appropriately rated wiring for circuits.

expert reply by: Jameson C