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Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.
It probably would but the 80% rule in the code requires you put this heater on a 30 amp 2 pole breaker with #10 AWG copper wire.
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How many amps does a 50 gallon water heater with 2-4500 watt elements draw?
30
How many amp circuit do you need for a 110 volt 1500 watt hot water heater?
For a 1500 watt hot water heater connected to a 110 volt power source, you would need a 13.6 amp circuit. It is recommended to use a 15 amp circuit to provide some safety margin.
How is an electric water heater wired?
An electric water heater is typically wired to a circuit breaker panel using a dedicated circuit. The wiring includes connecting the hot and neutral wires from the circuit panel to the water heater's thermostat and heating elements. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and adhere to local electrical codes when wiring an electric water heater.
What would the ohm reading be on a digital meter for a 4500 watt baseboard heater?
To calculate the ohm reading of a 4500-watt baseboard heater, you would need to know the voltage it operates at. You can use the formula Ohms = (Voltage x Voltage) / Watts to find the resistance in ohms. For example, if the heater operates at 240 volts, the ohm reading would be approximately 12.8 ohms.
Will a 5500 watt generator run a electric water heater?
The average size water tank is 4500 watts. The generator's supply will be large enough to operate the water tank. Larger tanks over 5000 watts will not heat correctly.
Can you replace a 4500 watt water heater with a 3800 watt water heater?
Yes, but realize that it will take longer to reheat water as it is used. In other words the recovery time will be a bit longer.
How many amps does a 50 gallon water heater with 2-4500 watt elements draw?
30
How many amp circuit do you need for a 110 volt 1500 watt hot water heater?
For a 1500 watt hot water heater connected to a 110 volt power source, you would need a 13.6 amp circuit. It is recommended to use a 15 amp circuit to provide some safety margin.
What ampts on the breaker do you needfor a 4500 watt hot water tank?
Assuming this is standard house voltage of 120 VAC your 4500 Watt heater will draw about 37.5 amps. You would normally install a 50A breaker and would have to run 8 gauge wire.
How is an electric water heater wired?
An electric water heater is typically wired to a circuit breaker panel using a dedicated circuit. The wiring includes connecting the hot and neutral wires from the circuit panel to the water heater's thermostat and heating elements. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and adhere to local electrical codes when wiring an electric water heater.
What would the ohm reading be on a digital meter for a 4500 watt baseboard heater?
To calculate the ohm reading of a 4500-watt baseboard heater, you would need to know the voltage it operates at. You can use the formula Ohms = (Voltage x Voltage) / Watts to find the resistance in ohms. For example, if the heater operates at 240 volts, the ohm reading would be approximately 12.8 ohms.
Will a 5500 watt generator run a electric water heater?
The average size water tank is 4500 watts. The generator's supply will be large enough to operate the water tank. Larger tanks over 5000 watts will not heat correctly.
Will a 4500 watt element work at all or just trip a 20amp breaker?
A 4500 watt element can work on a 20 amp breaker, but it may occasionally trip if the total load on the circuit exceeds 20 amps. It is recommended to use a 4500 watt element with a 25 amp breaker to ensure consistent performance.
Can you plug a 1500 watt heater in to a regular apartment outlet?
No, a 1500 watt heater exceeds the typical 120 volt, 15 amp capacity of a regular apartment outlet. It requires a dedicated circuit with a higher amp capacity to safely operate the heater without overloading the circuit and causing a fire hazard.
Can you replace a 1500 watt element with a 2000 watt element in a 40 gallon water heater?
Yes you can.
Can a 240 volt circuit handle a 4500 watt appliance?
Without knowing the amperage capacity of the circuit the question is irrelevant. 4500 Watts at 240 volts would draw about 18.75 Amps. Calculating a little extra for safety would mean that you should use a 30 amp circuit. Perhaps that's not the question you were asking.
What is the average monthly cost to operate an electric hot water tank?
Three hours is the average time to run the hot water per day so if you have a 1500 watt tank you will pay about $13.50 a month <<>> A 1500 watt water tank is not going to heat much water. The average home hot water tank operates with 4500 watt elements in it. To get an accurate price use 4500 watts as a starting point.
