3 Watts to Amps

3 watts is 0.025 amps at 120V (DC). The exact amperage depends on your voltage and whether the circuit is DC or AC.

3 Watts to Amps at Every Voltage

VoltageDCAC (PF 0.85)AC 3-Phase (PF 0.85)
12V
DC, automotive, solar
0.25A 0.2941A 0.1698A
24V
DC, industrial control
0.125A 0.1471A 0.0849A
100V
Japan residential
0.03A 0.0353A 0.0204A
120V
US residential
0.025A 0.0294A 0.017A
208V
US commercial three-phase
0.0144A 0.017A 0.009797A
220V
Legacy international / parts of Asia
0.0136A 0.016A 0.009262A
230V
UK / EU residential
0.013A 0.0153A 0.00886A
240V
US residential (dryer, range, HVAC)
0.0125A 0.0147A 0.00849A
277V
US commercial lighting
0.0108A 0.0127A 0.007356A
400V
UK / EU commercial three-phase
0.0075A 0.008824A 0.005094A
460V
US industrial motor (NEC 430.250 column)
0.006522A 0.007673A 0.00443A
480V
US industrial three-phase
0.00625A 0.007353A 0.004245A
575V
Canadian industrial three-phase
0.005217A 0.006138A 0.003544A

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.