8.5 Amps to Watts

8.5 amps is 1,020 watts at 120V (DC). The wattage depends on your circuit voltage.

8.5 Amps to Watts at Every Voltage

VoltageDCAC (PF 0.85)AC 3-Phase (PF 0.85)
12V
DC, automotive, solar
102W 86.7W 150.17W
24V
DC, industrial control
204W 173.4W 300.34W
100V
Japan residential
850W 722.5W 1,251.41W
120V
US residential
1,020W 867W 1,501.69W
208V
US commercial three-phase
1,768W 1,502.8W 2,602.93W
220V
Legacy international / parts of Asia
1,870W 1,589.5W 2,753.09W
230V
UK / EU residential
1,955W 1,661.75W 2,878.24W
240V
US residential (dryer, range, HVAC)
2,040W 1,734W 3,003.38W
277V
US commercial lighting
2,354.5W 2,001.33W 3,466.4W
400V
UK / EU commercial three-phase
3,400W 2,890W 5,005.63W
460V
US industrial motor (NEC 430.250 column)
3,910W 3,323.5W 5,756.47W
480V
US industrial three-phase
4,080W 3,468W 6,006.75W
575V
Canadian industrial three-phase
4,887.5W 4,154.38W 7,195.59W

Other Amperages

This calculator provides estimates for reference purposes only. Always consult a licensed electrician and verify compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local electrical codes before performing any electrical work.