{"product_id":"renogy-battery-to-charge-controller-tray-cables-for-3-8-in-lugs","title":"Renogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 32px; margin: 0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 2 1 320px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/pair-of-black-renogy-tray-cables-with-silver-3-8-in-ring-terminals-and-stripped-wire-ends.jpg\" alt=\"Pair of black Renogy tray cables with silver 3\/8 in ring terminals and stripped wire ends\" width=\"792\" height=\"974\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 3 1 320px; min-width: 0; text-wrap: pretty;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe Renogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs Give You a Ready-Made Pair With Ring Terminals on the Battery End\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs are a pair of tin-plated copper cables. Each has a 3\/8 in ring terminal on one end for your battery and exposed stranded wire on the other end for your charge controller. Renogy says the length listed is for each cable, not both together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are for anyone wiring a Renogy solar charge controller to a battery bank. We offer 8 ft in 12 AWG, 10 AWG, 8 AWG and 4 AWG, and 16 ft in 10 AWG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRing Terminals on One End, Bare Wire on the Other\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3\/8 in ring terminals bolt to your battery. The stripped end goes into the charge controller's battery terminal, which Renogy says is labeled with a battery icon and \"BATT\". Renogy lists a round center hole of 3\/8 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTin-Plated Copper Wire\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy lists stranded copper wire that is tin plated, with pure oxygen-free copper wiring and tin-plated copper terminals. Renogy says the tin plating helps minimize corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHeat-Shrink Tubing at the Terminals\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat-shrink tubing insulates the wire at the terminal. Renogy says it adds abrasion resistance and electrical safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTUV Listed, UV-Resistant Cable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy says the cable meets TUV standards for PV solar applications. It describes the cable as UV-resistant and waterproof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharge controller to battery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire a Renogy charge controller to a battery bank with a pair sized for the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRV, marine and cabin systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Renogy lists RV, marine, camping, outdoor, cabin and truck uses for these cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTray Cables Versus Cutting Your Own Cable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking your own cable takes cable, lugs and heat shrink. These cables come with the battery terminals attached and a bare end ready for the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4 AWG, 8 AWG, 10 AWG and 12 AWG Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's general guide gives maximum current by gauge: 12 AWG 20A, 10 AWG 30A, 8 AWG 55A and 4 AWG 95A. A thicker gauge carries more current. Check your controller manual for the largest wire its terminals accept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoose the Gauge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick a wire gauge that carries the current in your system. For example, Renogy recommends 8 AWG wire with a 40A Renogy charge controller. Renogy's chart suggests 12 AWG for 10A controllers, 10 AWG for 20A, 8 AWG for 30A and 40A, and 4 AWG for 60A. It calls these tables a general guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuse the Positive Cable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy recommends a fuse or circuit breaker between the charge controller and battery, matched to the controller's amperage. For a 40A controller, that means a 40A fuse. A fuse is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are connecting a Renogy charge controller to a battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour battery terminals take 3\/8 in ring lugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want ring terminals already attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need an 8 ft or 16 ft run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Is the Tray Cable For?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt connects your Renogy solar charge controller to your battery bank's ring terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Length for Each Cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The length listed is for each cable in the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I Need a Fuse?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fuse is not needed for the system to run, but Renogy always recommends fuses or circuit breakers for safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Warranty Do They Have?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy lists a 1-year material and workmanship warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Renogy Solar Tray Cables (One Pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach option includes one pair in the length and gauge you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Battery Wiring With Renogy Tray Cables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs make the battery connection easier to complete. If you want help picking a gauge for your controller, the Outbound Power team is ready to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); text-align: left; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3\/8 in Lugs Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptions Sold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003e8 ft 12 AWG, 8 ft 10 AWG, 8 ft 8 AWG, 8 ft 4 AWG, 16 ft 10 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer cable (8 ft or 16 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStranded tin-plated copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTin-plated copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing terminal, 3\/8 in center hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eController End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExposed stranded wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.33 mm2, general guide 20 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.26 mm2, general guide 30 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.37 mm2, general guide 55 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.15 mm2, general guide 95 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTUV standards for PV solar application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-year material and workmanship warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Renogy","offers":[{"title":"8 Ft \/ 8 AWG","offer_id":67614423744761,"sku":"RNG-TRAYCB-8FT-8-US","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ft \/ 10 AWG","offer_id":67614423777529,"sku":"RNG-TRAYCB-8FT-10-US","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ft \/ 12 AWG","offer_id":67614423810297,"sku":"RNG-TRAYCB-8FT-12-US","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ft \/ 4 AWG","offer_id":67614423843065,"sku":"RNG-TRAYCB-8FT-4-US","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 Ft \/ 10 AWG","offer_id":67614423875833,"sku":"RNG-TRAYCB-16FT-10-US","price":31.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/renogy-battery-to-charge-controller-tray-cables-for-3-8-in-lugs-coiled-pair-with-ring-terminals.jpg?v=1793974017","url":"https:\/\/outboundpower.com\/products\/renogy-battery-to-charge-controller-tray-cables-for-3-8-in-lugs","provider":"Outbound Power","version":"1.0","type":"link"}