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Power [Watts] = Voltage [Volts] * Current [Amps]
These equations assume purely resistive loads, all in the ideal format, anything other than ideal will vary based on your homes wiring, the types of breakers that you use, the type of device [load] that you put on the circuit, etc.
For a 20A Circuit:
120V (RMS) * 20A = 2400W (Keep in mind that this is an ideal case)
For a 15A Circuit:
120V (RMS) * 15A = 1800W (Keep in mind that this is an ideal case)
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agodepends on the amp rating for the socket. amps times volts equals watts
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∙ 9y agoThe majority of residential outlets are 15 amp. The kitchen and a few others are rated for 20 amps.
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∙ 9y agoIt's set by the circuit breaker that protects the circuit, and the setting on the circuit breaker is determined by the cable thickness.
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