Power Consumption Chart

This chart is provided as an example as to how wattage varies between various electrical devices.  It is not meant to be a strict guide to calculate your requirements.  For the most accurate calculations refer to the owners manual of each device, tool, appliance, etc., or most preferably, consult a professional electrician:
 

Item	Starting Wattage (W)	Running Wattage (W)
Circular Saw	2400	1200
Drill	1800	720
Edger	2400	960
Electric Chainsaw	2400	1200
Electric Lawn Mower	4320	1440
Electric Pressure Washer	3600	1200
Electric String Trimmer	1500	600
Jig Saw	1800	720
Miter Saw	2100	840
Orbital Sander	1800	600
Paint Sprayer	1080	360
Planer	2400	960
Router	1500	600
Water Pump	3000	1000
Wet/Dry Vacuum	2500	888
Winch	5400	1800
Furnace Fan, gas/fuel oil furnace
1/8 horsepower (hp)	500	300
1/6 horsepower (hp)	750	500
1/4 horsepower (hp)	1000	600
2/5 horsepower (hp)	1400	700
3/5 horsepower (hp)	2350	875
Central Air Conditioner
10,000 BTU	2200	1500
20,000 BTU	3300	2500
24,000 BTU	4950	3800
32,000 BTU	6500	5000
40,000 BTU	6700	6000
1/4' Drill	300	300
Jigsaw	300	300
Electric Weed Trimmer	500	500
Belt Sander	1000	1000
Disc Sander	1200	1200
Chain Saw	1200	1200
Worm Drive Saw	3100	1560
12' Concrete Cutter	3600	1800
7 1/4' Circular Saw	3000	1500
Disc Grinder	4000	2000
Air Compressor (Average)	4000	2000

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