700 watts corresponds to approximately 2.92 amps when converted assuming a voltage of 240 volts.
To convert watts to amps, you divide the power in watts by the voltage of the circuit. This calculation shows how much current is flowing given a certain power and voltage.
Conversion Tool
Result in amps:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert watts (W) to amps (A) is: amps = watts ÷ volts. This works because watts measure power, which is the product of current and voltage. Dividing power by voltage isolates the current flowing through the circuit.
For example, with 700 watts and 240 volts:
- Calculate current by dividing 700 by 240.
- 700 ÷ 240 = 2.9166 amps.
- Rounded, the current is about 2.92 amps.
This simple formula applies when voltage is constant and the load is resistive.
Conversion Example
- Example 1: 480 watts to amps
- Divide 480 watts by 240 volts.
- 480 ÷ 240 = 2 amps.
- This means 2 amps of current flow at 480 watts and 240 volts.
- Example 2: 900 watts to amps
- 900 watts ÷ 240 volts = 3.75 amps.
- So a device using 900 watts draws 3.75 amps.
- Example 3: 360 watts to amps
- 360 ÷ 240 = 1.5 amps.
- This current is for a 360-watt load at 240 volts.
- Example 4: 1200 watts to amps
- 1200 ÷ 240 = 5 amps.
- The current flow is 5 amps for 1200 watts power.
Conversion Chart
| Watts (W) | Amps (A) |
|---|---|
| 675.0 | 2.8125 |
| 680.0 | 2.8333 |
| 685.0 | 2.8542 |
| 690.0 | 2.8750 |
| 695.0 | 2.8958 |
| 700.0 | 2.9167 |
| 705.0 | 2.9375 |
| 710.0 | 2.9583 |
| 715.0 | 2.9792 |
| 720.0 | 3.0000 |
| 725.0 | 3.0208 |
The chart allows quick lookup for amps based on watts values between 675 and 725, assuming 240 volts. Read across from the watts column to find corresponding amps.
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- If my power is 700 watts, how do I find the amps on a 208-volt supply?
- Does 700 watts equal the same amps on different voltage systems?
Conversion Definitions
Watts: Watts is a unit of power measurement representing the rate of energy transfer or consumption in an electrical circuit. It equals one joule per second, indicating how fast electrical work is done or energy is used by a device or system.
Amps: Amps, short for amperes, measures electric current which is the flow of electric charge. It counts how many coulombs of charge pass a point every second, showing how much electricity flows through a conductor at any moment.
Conversion FAQs
Why does voltage affect the amps when converting watts?
Voltage acts as the force pushing electric current through a circuit. For a fixed power in watts, higher voltage means less current needed to deliver the same power. So, dividing watts by voltage adjusts for the voltage level to find the correct amps.
Can I use the watts-to-amps formula for DC and AC circuits equally?
The formula works best for DC or purely resistive AC loads where voltage and current are in phase. For AC with reactive components, power factor affects the calculation, so watts may not directly translate to amps without adjustments.
What happens if the voltage is unknown when converting watts to amps?
Voltage is essential to calculate current from power. Without it, amps cannot be accurately found because amps depend on how much voltage drives the power through. Estimations can lead to errors or unsafe assumptions.
Why are some amps values decimals when converting watts?
Electric current can vary continuously, so amps often results in decimal numbers. Devices may draw fractional amps depending on power and voltage, so the calculation reflects the precise current, not just whole numbers.
Is it safe to size electrical components based only on watts-to-amps conversion?
Sizing equipment should consider more than just watts and amps, including voltage fluctuations, power factor, and safety margins. Relying solely on conversion might cause under- or over-sizing, risking electrical problems or inefficiency.