To convert amps (amperes) to watts, you need to know the voltage at which the current is flowing, as the formula for power (in watts) is:
Power (Watts) = Voltage (Volts) x Current (Amperes)
So, if you have a current of 15 amps and you know the voltage, you can use this formula to calculate the power in watts.
Q. If the voltage is 120 volts
Ans. Power (Watts) = 120 Volts x 15 Amperes = 1800 Watts
So, 15 amps at 120 volts is equal to 1800 watts of power
Ans: The power in watts depends on the voltage. The formula to convert amps to watts is:
Watts = Amps × Volts
So, 15 amps can be 1800 watts (120V) or 3450 watts (230V), depending on the voltage.
Ans: A 15-amp circuit can provide different wattage based on the voltage:
Always check the voltage before calculating.
Ans: Use the formula:
Watts = Amps × Volts
Example:
If you’re dealing with AC circuits with power factor (PF), use:
Watts = Amps × Volts × Power Factor
Ans: The power factor is typically 1 for resistive loads (heaters, incandescent bulbs) and 0.7-0.9 for inductive loads (motors, transformers).