Setting up QB driver outside grow room
Hey everybody, I just bought a HLG 320 w XL QB kit and I wanted to extend the DC cord from the driver to the light so I can keep the driver outside the growroom. I only need about 5-10 feet extra. I can handle the wiring but needed a little help deciding which wire/cord is best for this setup. The driver is HLG-320H-C1750A. I was looking at a 16 awg solid copper wire (2 conductors) with a rating of 300v. Will this work? Is there a better option? Should I only be looking at the volts to decide which wire is compatible? Thanks for the help.
Your good.
I use 3 conductor wire for under ground well water pumps.
It’s water proof,flexible and can handle 30amps or more.
I use 18 gauge to boards then solder multiple wire to it so
I can raise and lower or tuck away wires without fear of breaking one and it’s easy to work with.
I use it for both ac and dc current.
There’s wire called wet noodle and it’s multiple strand but very flexible.
I use 3 conductor wire for under ground well water pumps.
It’s water proof,flexible and can handle 30amps or more.
I use 18 gauge to boards then solder multiple wire to it so
I can raise and lower or tuck away wires without fear of breaking one and it’s easy to work with.
I use it for both ac and dc current.
There’s wire called wet noodle and it’s multiple strand but very flexible.
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In Canada and most likely the US, the correct wire type is SOOW. this is a hard usage extension cord building type cable. Get it at your local electrical wholesaler, Home depot, etc.