Car Jumper Cables (21 items found)

No car emergency kit is complete without a set of booster cables to get your car going after the battery is unexpectedly drained. Shop jumper cables to help get your vehicle out of sticky situations, then browse other essentials to add to your car emergency kit at Ace Hardware. Available from brands like Diehard, you are sure to find the right battery jumper cables for you.

Battery Jumper Cables for Heavy Duty Use

While car batteries are made with durability in mind, your vehicle's battery could run out of juice at any given moment. Whether it comes down to your alternator being damaged or you simply forgetting to turn off your headlights, you must be prepared when your car battery dies.

This common situation is easily remedied if you have a set of car jumper cables in your car's emergency kit, along with a battery jumper or a neighbor’s car to give you a boost. Ace stocks a wide variety of jumper cables and booster cables that will get your car started and on its way in no time.

From gauge size to cable length to tangle resistance, here are a few crucial things to consider when shopping for heavy-duty jumper cables. Whether you are looking for a standard battery jumper or jumper cables rated for heavy-duty jobs, Ace has got you covered.

What Guage Jumper Cables Do You Need?

A gauge rating determines jumper cable thickness. Lower ratings mean thicker cables, while higher ratings mean thinner cables. Thicker cables allow for quicker and safer power transfer between vehicles or a battery pack and a car battery. Although lower gauges may be more powerful, your vehicle may not need that much power.

4- or 6-gauge booster cables are perfect for larger vehicles like trucks, vans or SUVs, while 8-gauge cables suit mid-size cars and small SUVs. For smaller vehicles like compact cars and motorcycles, 10- or 12-gauge jumper cables will do the trick.

How Long Are Jumper Cables?

If your car battery dies and your car is parked in an awkward situation, it may be difficult to get another car correctly positioned to help give you a boost. 10 ft, 12 ft, and 16 ft jumper cables can be useful in closer encounters where another car can easily move up next to or in front of yours, or if you have a jump start battery waiting to go. These lengths are standard for compact cars, standard vehicles and SUVs. However, investing in longer, 20 ft. jumper cables can prove beneficial if your car battery were to give out in an awkward situation. They are especially useful for larger vehicles that may need to be parked further apart.

What Makes Good Booster Cables?

While booster cable length is one very important factor, it isn’t the only thing you should be considering. Solid, reliable jumper cables for cars should also be able to:

• Clamp down on side or terminal batteries with ease.
• Conduct and transfer power smoothly to get you going faster.
• Protect against rust and corrosion for longer, reliable heavy-duty use.
• Safely work in all weather conditions because emergencies happen unpredictably.
• Tangle resistant booster cables to ensure easy operation every time.

Shop Jumper Cables at Ace Hardware

Ace sells jumper cables for your car to keep you prepared in emergencies. Order online today for delivery straight to your door, or enjoy in-store pickup at your local Ace Hardware store. Equip your car emergency kit with all the essentials it needs, from battery jumpers and battery testers to tie-down straps and other automotive accessories.