1 hp to amps formula. How did we get that. A three phase 15hp motor with an efficiency of 85 a voltage of 220vac and a power factor of 085 has an amperage of 406 amp. For ease we explain how to convert from hp to amps in only 3 step that the formula is used for the calculation some examples and a table with the main conversions of hp to amps. Since horsepower is a measure of electric power watts law can be used to convert.
How to convert amps to horsepower. The formula is identical to the previous case with the difference of factor 173 instead of 2 in the denominator. How many amps are in 1 hp. Amps hp 746 efficiency v for example lets find the current draw in amps of a 1 horsepower motor that runs at 120 volts with a 90 efficiency.
Hp to amps formula dc single 2 and 3 phase ac motors ee. Determine the current flowing through a three phase 2 hp 400 volt motor having an efficiency rating of 93 and a power factor of 09. Hp to amps amperes conversion calculator formula table chart. After the steps above the final formula for converting horsepower to amps is.
Electrical formulas electrical calculation power calculation hp horsepower hp to amps ampere unit of electric current. 460 volts motor 3 phase. Single phase motors hp and full load currents. Always check nameplate information before designing protective devices wiring and switch gear.
Its necessary to calculate hp to the amp when our motor rating in hp. 230 volts motor 3 phase. Horsepower amps volts efficiency 746. How many amps does a 15 hp motor.
A motor of a given rated horsepower is expected to deliver that quantity of mechanical power at the motor shaft. Three phase amps hp 746 e age efficiency pf 173 example.