answersLogoWhite

0

A 120 volt, 600 watt light draws approximately 5 amps. In the US, electrical codes specify that continuous load current should not be more than 80% of the breaker rating, so a 10A breaker would be the minimum size standard breaker.

However, if this is a practical situation (as opposed to a basic arithmetic problem), it would be very unusual to put in a 10A circuit. Most residential lighting circuits are designed to carry 15A, even if that is not the immediate requirement. The occupant could decide to increase the load in the future.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Natural Sciences
Related Questions

What size wire do you need for a 50 amp breaker?

For a 50 amp breaker, you would typically need a 6-gauge wire.


What size breaker do you need for 9000W at 440V 3 phase delta?

50amp but if considering the breaker cannot withstand starting current you need to size the breaker up.


What size wire do I need for a 30 amp breaker?

For a 30 amp breaker, you will need a wire that is at least 10 gauge in size.


What size wire do I need for a 50 amp breaker?

For a 50 amp breaker, you will need a wire that is at least 6 gauge in size to safely handle the electrical load.


What size wire would you need for 150 amp breaker?

# 1 awg if in Canada not sure about us codes


A range name plate says 78 amps what size breaker needed?

To determine the size of the breaker needed for a 78 amp range, you typically need to use a breaker that is the next size up from the amp rating. This means that you would need an 80 amp breaker to safely accommodate the 78 amp range. However, always consult with a qualified electrician to ensure the correct breaker size for your specific electrical setup.


What is the breaker size for a 10 KVA electric heater?

The breaker size for a 10 KVA electric heater would depend on the voltage it operates at. For example, for a 240V heater, you would need a 41.67 Amp breaker (10,000 VA / 240V = 41.67 A). It is important to consult with a licensed electrician to ensure the correct breaker size and electrical setup for your specific heater.


What size amp circuit breaker should be used for a pool light?

The pool light is usually on a 15 amp circuit. The breaker feeding this circuit must have a GFCI rating.


What Size breaker for 6 gauge wire?

For 6 gauge wire, typically you would use a 60 amp breaker for larger appliances like a dryer or cooktop. However, always consult with a licensed electrician to ensure the proper breaker size for your specific application and local electrical code requirements.


What is breaker size for 240 volt 9 KW?

The formula you are looking for is I = W/E.


What size wire do you need to wire a 200 am breaker box?

6


What amperage breaker to run 500 watt 240 volt heater?

To run a 500 watt 240 volt heater, you would need a 2.08 amp breaker. This can be calculated by dividing the wattage by the voltage (500W / 240V = 2.08A). You would typically round up to the nearest standard breaker size, which in this case would be a 3 amp breaker.