1,026 Watts to Amps

1,026 watts is 8.55 amps at 120V (DC). The exact amperage depends on your voltage and whether the circuit is DC or AC.

1,026 Watts to Amps at Every Voltage

VoltageDCAC (PF 0.85)AC 3-Phase (PF 0.85)
12V
DC, automotive, solar
85.5A 100.59A 58.07A
24V
DC, industrial control
42.75A 50.29A 29.04A
100V
Japan residential
10.26A 12.07A 6.97A
120V
US residential
8.55A 10.06A 5.81A
208V
US commercial three-phase
4.93A 5.8A 3.35A
220V
Legacy international / parts of Asia
4.66A 5.49A 3.17A
230V
UK / EU residential
4.46A 5.25A 3.03A
240V
US residential (dryer, range, HVAC)
4.28A 5.03A 2.9A
277V
US commercial lighting
3.7A 4.36A 2.52A
400V
UK / EU commercial three-phase
2.57A 3.02A 1.74A
460V
US industrial motor (NEC 430.250 column)
2.23A 2.62A 1.51A
480V
US industrial three-phase
2.14A 2.51A 1.45A
575V
Canadian industrial three-phase
1.78A 2.1A 1.21A

Other Wattages

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.