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Old 5/14/06, 11:50 AM
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Question Multiple accessories, one 12v power source

How many accessories can you safely power with one 12v power source?

For example, I am powering my engine start button and satelite receiver from one 12v power source and I want to add a GPS unit. Can I just splice into the same wire that I ran to the fuse box or should I run a new wire?

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I am running my AUX Adapter, Start Button and my Sirius Starmate from the same 12v source at the fuse box. However, I have a seperate inline fuse going to each item. I haven't had any problems yet (knock on wood).
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If it bothers you, run them from a $5 relay. If that interests you, let me know and I'll diagram how to do it.
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I'm be interested in that diagram, sounds like some useful info.
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What do you want to be the trigger signal- ignition or stereo remote wire?
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