Ancor Tinned Copper Battery Cable Assembly | 2 AWG, 18", Black
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Ancor 2 AWG Tinned Copper Battery Cable Assembly — 18", Black
A short, heavy-duty negative battery cable built for tight engine compartments and compact battery installations. This 18-inch black cable is factory-assembled with UL 1426-rated tinned copper wire and tinned copper lugs — crimped, sealed, and ready to install without any additional tools or prep work.
At 2 AWG, this cable handles high-current loads with minimal voltage drop, making it well-suited for starter circuits, inverter connections, and battery bank wiring where a short, reliable negative run is needed. Both lug ends are sealed with Ancor’s adhesive-lined 3:1 heat shrink tubing, locking out moisture and corrosion at the termination — the most vulnerable point in any battery cable installation.
Compatible Applications
- Negative battery terminal to engine block ground
- Battery-to-battery negative connections in parallel bank configurations
- Battery-to-bus bar negative runs in tight spaces
- Inverter and charger negative leads (short runs)
- Starter motor ground connections
- Compact marine DC power systems with closely mounted components
Key Features
- UL 1426-rated tinned copper wire — flame retardant and UV inhibited
- Rated to 600V and 105°C for reliable performance in engine compartments
- Tinned copper lugs resist corrosion at connection points
- Adhesive-lined 3:1 heat shrink at both ends seals out moisture
- Factory-assembled — ready to install, no crimping required
- 2 AWG / 18 inches / Black (negative)
Also Available In
- Ancor 2 AWG, 18", Red (189141)
- Ancor 2 AWG, 32", Black (189144)
- Ancor 2 AWG, 32", Red (189145)
- Ancor 2 AWG, 48", Black (189146)
- Ancor 2 AWG, 48", Red (189147)
- Ancor 4 AWG, 48", Red (189137)
Parts Desk Insights
The 18-inch length makes this the right pick when your battery and connection point are close together — think engine block grounds, battery switch connections, or parallel bank links where components are mounted side by side. At 2 AWG, it carries significantly more current than 4 AWG, so it’s the better choice for high-draw applications like large inverters, bow thrusters, or high-output starters. Always pair this black negative cable with the matching red positive (189141) for a complete, code-compliant installation. If 18 inches isn’t quite enough reach, the 32" version (189144) is the next step up.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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