What are the Dimensions of # 12-2-1 Jacketed Brake Wire
Question:
Hi, Im looking at purchasing item number 12-2-1 to wire up my tandem axle brakes. I was wondering what the dimensions on the cable were: thickness and width.
asked by: Patrick
Expert Reply:
I went to our warehouse and pulled some of this Jacketed 2 Wire, part # 12-2-1, to measure for you with a pair of digital calipers. The width of the 2 wires with the jacket measures .364 inches. It measures .209 inches thick. Each individual wire when removed from the jacket measure .122 inches thick.
I have also attached links to some of the connectors that can be used with this wire.
For wiring brakes on a trailer, I would not recommend using 12GA wire. Instead I would recommend 10GA provided with # 10-2-1.
Products Referenced in This Question
Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
- 10 Gauge
- Deka
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Ring Terminal - 12-10 Gauge Wire - 3/16" Ring ID
- Wiring
- Wire Connectors
- Ring Terminals
- 3/16 Inch Diameter
- 12-10 Gauge
- Flint Hill Goods
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Ring Terminal - 12-10 Gauge Wire - 3/8" Ring ID
- Wiring
- Wire Connectors
- Ring Terminals
- 3/8 Inch Diameter
- 12-10 Gauge
- Deka
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Jacketed 2 Wire (Brake Wire) - 12 Gauge - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
- 12 Gauge
- Deka
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