1,259 Watts to Amps

1,259 watts is 10.49 amps at 120V (DC). The exact amperage depends on your voltage and whether the circuit is DC or AC.

1,259 Watts to Amps at Every Voltage

VoltageDCAC (PF 0.85)AC 3-Phase (PF 0.85)
12V
DC, automotive, solar
104.92A 123.43A 71.26A
24V
DC, industrial control
52.46A 61.72A 35.63A
100V
Japan residential
12.59A 14.81A 8.55A
120V
US residential
10.49A 12.34A 7.13A
208V
US commercial three-phase
6.05A 7.12A 4.11A
220V
Legacy international / parts of Asia
5.72A 6.73A 3.89A
230V
UK / EU residential
5.47A 6.44A 3.72A
240V
US residential (dryer, range, HVAC)
5.25A 6.17A 3.56A
277V
US commercial lighting
4.55A 5.35A 3.09A
400V
UK / EU commercial three-phase
3.15A 3.7A 2.14A
460V
US industrial motor (NEC 430.250 column)
2.74A 3.22A 1.86A
480V
US industrial three-phase
2.62A 3.09A 1.78A
575V
Canadian industrial three-phase
2.19A 2.58A 1.49A

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.