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Old 06-03-2005, 10:40 AM
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hey guys.

i have my manifold drilled and tapped with a fast acting EGT probe. the probe itself has a 4-5 foot lead on it with the proper terminals etc...

i need to extend it just a couple more feet to reach my zeitronix widband controler for EGT input.

would it make a diffrence what kind of wire i use just to extend it a couple feet? its away from heat and such so the cables wont melt or anything. but would using ordinary 18gauge cable for a short distance mess up the EGT readings? or does it absolutly have to be the themo-coupler(sp?) wire that everyone recommends.

i would hate to have to buy a 6+ foot extension only to have to hack it up anyway..

thanks
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it sends out a small voltage signal, so no.
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so what can i use as a small extension wire for EGT hookup?

some guys say i "might" be able to find some thermocouple wire at home-depot. they use that type of wire for the thermostats on natrual gas fireplaces.........think that would work??
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Im not an electrical wizard but I would think any good shielded wire would work. Voltage is voltage right?
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s p e a k e r w i r e

connectino wire. it doenst matter dude.
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