July 2013
Beginner
296 pages
8h 54m
English
| How Not to Blow a Circuit |
By dividing your total light wattage by the voltage of the electrical outlets you can calculate how many amps of electricity you will need to power your lights and tell whether you’re likely to blow a circuit or fuse. Here’s the formula:
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Most modem houses in the United States have 15 or 20 amp circuits. Check the circuit breaker or fuse box to see what you’re dealing with on your location. Voltage in the United States ranges from 110–120 volts. However, rounding the voltage down to 100 makes it much easier for people ...
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