how to convert amps into kwh usage

[unone]

i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh

[Unregistered]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

converting amps to kwh requires multiple equasions, for example i will show the process for converting the amps used by a 100 watt bulb in a 115/120 volt powered circuit.
E=IxR states that volts are equivilent to amps X watts
So inversly volts divided by watts = amps
in this case 120 volts divided by 100 watts =1.2 amps
that given and adding that kwh=1000 watts used for 1 hr
so inversly a 1.2 amp load used continuosly for 1 hr = 100watt hours or 0.10kwh

I hope that helps

[Unregistered]

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i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh

I have a motor drawing 4.7 amps at 120V. What is my kwh usage

[JohnS]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

I have a motor drawing 4.7 amps at 120V. What is my kwh usage

It depends on how long it runs. Instantaneous power is 4.7 A x 120 V = 564 W or 0.564 kW.

Therefore it uses 0.564 kWh/h. Multiply by hours operated and you will have your answer.

[Aayush]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

I think JohnS method should be helpful to you...

[Unregistered]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

an ampere is an instantaneous measurement, while KWH is a measurement of watts (in this case, kilowatts) over time. it's like converting linear feet to cubic feet, you just can't do it

KWH is a measure of energy, not power. it is kilowatts* hours.

[Unregistered]

amps-kwh

if i reduce the amps rate by an energy saver will kwh will reduce

[JohnS]

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if i reduce the amps rate by an energy saver will kwh will reduce

kWh = volts*amps*hours/1000

If you reduce the amps, the energy consumed will be less UNLESS it runs longer (for example, something controlled by a thermostat that runs until it reaches a temperature.)

Picky note: above is only correct if current is in phase with voltage and constant. If current varies or turns on and off with a switch (thermostat) it is a little more complex.

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i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh

. one main feeder is loading 1000 amp. please let me know with formula how much kwh consumption.

[JohnS]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

. one main feeder is loading 1000 amp. please let me know with formula how much kwh consumption.

What is the voltage? Is it single phase or three phase? How many hours does it run? What is the power factor? There is no way to answer the question without that additional information.

[Unregistered]

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How do I convert kwh to kwa rating? Example: 7280Kwh peak 480v 3phase.

[Mel]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh

I want to know what my consumption of KWh is for a baler machine, this is the data:
10hp
208-230/460 (3 phase, 230v)
28-26amp
1725 RPM
60HZ
Thank you.

[JohnS]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

I want to know what my consumption of KWh is for a baler machine, this is the data:
10hp
208-230/460 (3 phase, 230v)
28-26amp
1725 RPM
60HZ
Thank you.

It depends on how many kilowatts it draws and how many hours it runs (just multiply them together).

In the electrical data, is there any mention of "power factor?" I ask because the numbers don't agree well. If it is 10 HP output, that is 7.46 kW output power. Since no machine is 100% rfficient, I would expect it to draw around 9-10 kW to out put that, based on typical efficiencies.

Edit: I started out assuming the 230 V was line to neutral. I'm pretty sure it is line to line, and needs to be divided by square root of 3.

If I multiply the volt*ampere rating, I get 3*230 V*26 A = 17940 VA = 17.94 kVA. However, if I assume the voltage is line-to-line and divide by the square root of 3, I get 10.4 kVA. If the power factor is close to 1, then it is also 10.4 kW. Just multiply by the hours runs for kilowatt*hours.

[Unregistered]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh

i want to convert 10 amps of usage into kwh

[Unregistered]

Re: how to convert amps into kwh usage

i need to convert ampere of usage into kwh