Which emergency cables should you choose? A simple guide.

When your car battery decides to give out at the most inopportune moment, having the right jumper cables can make the difference between getting going again in minutes or being stranded waiting for help. But how do you choose the right ones for your car?

1. Emergency cables for private use: what amperage should you choose?

350A cables

The ideal choice for:

• small cars
• city car
• small-engined petrol car

They are lightweight, easy to handle and perfect for anyone who wants an essential emergency kit.

480A Cables

Recommended for:

• medium-sized cars
• Petrol SUV
• small diesels

They guarantee more power and greater safety in cases where the battery requires a higher starting load.

See the full range online

2. There is also a professional version

1000A cables

Designed for:

• workshops
• heavy vehicles
• diesel vans
• who provides roadside assistance

They are much more robust, longer and designed to handle high currents without overheating.

Cable pliers: what are they, who buys them, and how to choose them?

Many people don't know this, but battery cable clamps are also sold separately from the cables. What are they for? Who buys them? Are they spare parts or accessories? Let's take a look.

What are cable pliers used for?

• spare parts → when a caliper breaks, oxidizes or loses grip
• accessories → to build custom cables (special lengths, larger cross-sections)
• upgrade → to replace cheap pliers with more robust models

Who are they intended for?

• private enthusiasts who want higher-performance cables
• mechanics who need to repair worn cables
• auto electricians who make custom cables
• campers / off-roaders with large batteries

See available pliers

How do you choose the right pliers?

1. Amperage

• 3000A clamps (very robust)
• 700A clamps (medium-heavy use)
• 60 mm clamps (for standard cables)

2. Opening the mouth

It is used to grip large poles or oxidized terminals.

3. Material

• copper or copper braid → better conduction
• coated steel → cheaper but less performing

4. Grip

• secure grip
• insulation
• comfort even with cold or wet hands

5. Cable compatibility

• cable diameter
• fastening methods (screw, welding, tightening)

Golden Rule

• 350A cable → 350–400A clamp
• 480A cable → 500–600A clamp
• 1000A cable → 1000A clamp or higher
  
  
  

Quick table to choose

Here are all the chargers and accessories

How do you choose rescue cables?

For a private individual

• 350A → small cars
• 480A → medium-sized cars and SUVs
• Pliers → replacement or custom cables

For a professional

• 1000A → heavy vehicles and frequent use
• 700A–3000A clamps