Does anyone know where I can purchase a splice kit just like the Gardner Bender HST-1300, to connect two new cables which are the 50 AMP 250v/125v power cord. I have searched the web without success. My alternative is to use three 6awg metal sleeves and insulate, however, I have the Glendinning cable master and would like to stay within the threshold cable diameter. See the photo, that is what I am trying to replicate with the 6AWG wire size.
Best,
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01-29-2023 10:36 AM #1Registered Member
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50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
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Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
How long will the new cable be? Are you sure your cable master will be able to handle the extra length? I have used 75’ in a cable master but I m not sure there is room much more unless the tub is way below the motor itself.
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01-29-2023 11:21 AM #3Registered Member
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Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
Pascal,
Back to the original 75' length....actually it will be a net of 65'. I am surprised I can not locate a splice kit (inline like the HST-1300)Jackpot
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Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
The 120/240-50A cable will need 4, #6 butt crimps. If your using a 240Vac transformer on board, then you just need a 3 conductor 240 cable.
I worry that a underground splice kit will instill issues and would suggest a one piece cord or a nice extension cable with proper weather resistant locking ring.
Glendinning can sell one piece cables to 100 feet with molded-on plug either way'Last edited by Captain Ralph; 01-29-2023 at 11:55 AM.
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01-29-2023 02:33 PM #5
Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
Don't do it.
Get a new cable of the correct length and head design. The cable master uses specific lengths and ends to function correctly and splicing is a bad idea.
I replace many cables. There is a certain length and diameter for the unit that we stick to so we don't have problems.
If your cable is 10 years old or starting to go bad just get a whole new assembly.Scott
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Marine Electronics and Electrical Products Distributor.
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Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
The cable master wheels are adjustable to different size cables.
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01-29-2023 07:03 PM #7Registered Member
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Re: 50 amp power cord 3 wire 6awg splice kit
Thank you guys for your input, Jackpot
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