What can I run with 30amp vs 50amp?
I am upgrading from a short MH that has a 30 amp plug to a bigger MH that is now 50amp. My home is wired with a 30amp outlet. I know there is an adapter, but I"m curious as to how much it can push...
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Ummmm....I certainly HOPE you're not planning on plugging into your DRYER outlet...:E:E. If you do, you'll no longer be a happy camper......just sayin....Dennis
To answer your question, use the formula:
AMPS X VOLTAGE = WATTS
So, 50 Amps X 120 Volts = 6000 Watts. Since there are TWO legs @ 50 Amps, you'll have a total of 12000 Watts available with 50 Amp service.
Using the same formula, 30 Amps X 120 Volts = 3600 Watts. So, you can easily see the difference 50 Amp service provides.....Dennis
To answer your question, use the formula:
AMPS X VOLTAGE = WATTS
So, 50 Amps X 120 Volts = 6000 Watts. Since there are TWO legs @ 50 Amps, you'll have a total of 12000 Watts available with 50 Amp service.
Using the same formula, 30 Amps X 120 Volts = 3600 Watts. So, you can easily see the difference 50 Amp service provides.....Dennis
