How much current (amps) will this switched outlet handle?
162091
It is rated at 15amps @ 120 volts. That would be a total of 15 amps for everything plugged into both sockets. One socket is x10 controlled and the other is like a normal socket-always on.
162092
I have mine on a 15 amp circuit. I use it for a dust collector in my basement. The dust collector will draw 13 amps max and the outlet works fine.
162093
Rated at 15A 120V, note that one socket is controlled, the other is always hot. This has a relay and is not silent. Avoid unit number 1 and 16 as some system actions can be not what you intended. These can be quite reliable. But exterior use in cold weather might endanger some small internal plastic parts. Suggest that you avoid very high load motors etc. Have used for years with 5000 gph pond pumps. Had a contractor ruin one of these plugging in a power sprayer which made the receptacle chatter and I assume that was the point of failure. I have three of these in exterior service. I would not hesitate to use again. Rated at 15A 120V, note that one socket is controlled, the other is always hot. This has a relay and is not silent. Avoid unit number 1 and 16 as some system actions can be not what you intended. These can be quite reliable. But exterior use in cold weather might endanger some small internal plastic parts. Suggest that you avoid very high load motors etc. Have used for years with 5000 gph pond pumps. Had a contractor ruin one of these plugging in a power sprayer which made the receptacle chatter and I assume that was the point of failure. I have three of these in exterior service. I would... » Read More Rated at 15A 120V, note that one socket is controlled, the other is always hot. This has a relay and is not silent. Avoid unit number 1 and 16 as some system actions can be not what you intended. These can be quite reliable. But exterior use in cold weather might endanger some small internal plastic parts. Suggest that you avoid very high load motors etc. Have used for years with 5000 gph pond pumps. Had a contractor ruin one of these plugging in a power sprayer which made the receptacle chatter and I assume that was the point of failure. I have three of these in exterior service. I would not hesitate to use again. « Show Less
2106657
Hi Lynn,This will work! How many Amp of current comes out from the receptacle is base on how much your application will use however, the maximum is 20 Amp from this receptacle.let me know if you have more questions!Tony1-877-267-3711
1795337
Yes. I have a lamp and a recliner with heat/massage plugged into a switch. No problems so far. I 'm not sure about how many amps a switch can handle before it is overloaded. Items drawing high amps (I.e. Heaters, toasters, coffee pots, electric kettles, etc.) may damage the switch if too any are connected.
948472
No more than five amps. I use it with a 12v remote jumper battery without a problem.
608054
The package says the switch is rated for a maximum of 1800 watts. Of course, this is for standard household AC outlets of 120 volts and 15 amps. That should be sufficient for most ordinary household appliances (including hair dryers and space heaters) and tools. (Where do people get their 110 volt number? Maybe they live in California or the northeast where they are accustomed to brown-outs with their voltage being reduced to 110 volts.)
1648086
Should have no trouble with 110. that's what I used it for; tracing standard 110/120 power outlets around the house. I labeled the outlets to my circuit breaker box, so now I know which outlet goes to what breaker switch. Hope this helps
1786874
The switch is rated at 10 Amps (125 VAC) or 6 Amp (250 VAC). I wired mine on a 20 A circuit (125 VAC) , but I'm only powering a couple of xenon lamps through the switch. As long as you don't overload it, you'll be ok, but bear in mind that if you exceed the amperage on the load side of the switch, a 15 Amp breaker would not protect you.
511260
This switch is rated for up to 24 volt systems...The 32 volts is for UL specs...It would handle the 200 amps with no problem as it rated to 350 continuous and 600 surge. I'm not sure that the switch is heavy gage enough for the 48 volt system that would be putting much more constant current thru the switch and may fail when you need it most...but then I am not an electrician. As for your needing a 5 position switch it would have to be very large to hold all the cables.
550739
each power outlet is converted, the most important point is not overload the conversion capacity. I suggest to size your watts need and double the converting box wattage allowed.
2260338
700/800/1500 watt settings, thats about 13.5 amps, a standard residential circuit will handle it, IF there is nothing else being used on that circuit.
346404
They seem to handle between 1 - 1.5 amps no problem. Going over 2 you might fry it. You can also check out this load test video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYf7qKuZF_I
1427983
The total power required for all channels operating and max is 320 watts - about 25 amps at 13volts. I'm using a 12-15VDC switcher power supply with 30 capacity and have never run into an issue. Respectfully, David
1632402
No I believe it is 120 not switchable unless you purchase a power converter
2143590
Assuming a normal household outlet, it is protected up to 15 Amps on the whole circuit. This means a max allowable of 1800 watts on the whole circuit. Provided no other devices which exceed 800 watts are used on this circuit, you should be OK.
2143966
The unit, when heating, pulls about 12 amps (1440 watts). The circuit you plug it into is generally a dedicated circuit (water heaters and microwave ovens) but it does not have to be as long as you don't plan on plugging in other high amperage appliances into the same circuit. Check your electrical breaker box that feeds the outlet you plan to use, the switch will have a number on the lever, most likely a 15 or a 20 but maybe even a 30. This is the amps which the breaker will trip. Hopefully you have a 20 or higher. For example, if you have a 20 and the heater pulls 12, that leaves 8 amps to spare and if you are at 120 volts x 8 amps, that is another 960 watts before it will trip. If your breaker is at 15 amps, then you cannot add much of anything else that pulls over 2 or 3 amps, to that circuit. You can put some child safety caps on the other plugs to remind you and others that that circuit if full.
2281586
Probably Not, this item is only rated for 960 watts (approximately 9 amps). The starting surge of even a small AC unit is going to exceed this rating and the switch will have a short life.
1714715
I would, 2000 watts @ 12 volts = 166.6 amps. The hot leg of any circuit (AC or DC) should always be protected with a fuse or circuit breaker. If you don't have a manual on your inverter search the internet to try to find its spec sheet to find out its max load in amps then size your fuse (or breaker) just slightly larger then it's max amp load