How many amps does this product take? I only have 15 amp in the garage and in most areas that I have access to a plug.
188429
I don't know the exact amount that this unit draws but I'm pretty sure it wouldn't draw no more that a good vacuum cleaner.
1133335
According to my ampacity tables the absolute max is 15 Amps, however I wouldn't push more than 10 Amps total at 12 Volts DC.
1465059
It draws 13.75 amps. I used it on my patio on a 15 amp non dedicated circuit with no problem.
128757
You are OK as long as you don't exceed 15 amps. Why don't you do the math using ohms law and save yourself all the effort of plugging and unplugging? Each item will have a decal that defines the power it requires to operate. http://www.ohmslawcalculator.com/ohms_law_calculator.php
1911915
That's what this is used for...outdoor lighting. And, I am not an electrician, but I think a 15 amp unit will support around 1500 watts of lighting needs.
121979
I know squat about electricity but to me 15 amps is the limit so I would only plug in a hand sander or something less than 3 Amps.
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.
1836379
Hello Kevin,I do not know what the max current for this device is! But by the power cord it looks like it should be able to handle 15 amps. I use it for heat lamps and also 1500 watt heaters and so far I have had no problems. But you might want to check with the manufacturer of the unit. I have a couple of them and planning on buying a couple more. They are really handy. Good Luck, Gary
1863269
Regardless of what some have said. YES you need a 20 amp circuit outlet to get the amps full power. If use the standard 15 amp, you will not get the full power from the amp.
1221165
15 amps, and it will pull the full 15 amps when starting up the compressor. After starting, it evens out below the 15.
1098888
The only thing I can tell you that it's a 15 amp it is a very heavy cord.For the price you don't have too much to lose.
1088269
It's 15 amps. I have it plugged into a standard 110 outlet with other outlets in-line with it and it never even dims the lights when the compressor kicks on. Its a very nice unit
1028670
The motor draws 10.3 amps on 110v. Yes you can run it on a 15 amp circuit. I would not run anything more than a light or two on that same circuit to keep it from blowing the breaker.
831420
What you mean is "How many amps does it need to start the compressor?" Ours is plugged into an ordinary 15amp house hold circuit and doesn't trip any circuit breakers, although the lamp on the same circuit flickers each time it cranks on.
701870
i believe the product pulls very few amps, i use a 12 gauge cord and it isnt hot at all.
1459272
It draws 14 amps, so it will work from just about any outlet w/o tripping the house breakers. I used my compressor in virtually every room in my house, while installing 3/4" hardwood flooring (very demanding task for any portable compressor) and never had an issue. This has been a great little workhorse for all my DIY projects and have never had an issue, sans a very rare thermal trip breaker on the compressor when I get a little too demanding. It's a safety feature so you don't overheat the motor. It's a cinch to reset though. Hope this helps.
1359730
A 20 amp plug will work on 14awg and a 15amp breaker but will be a code violation. It also will not output 20 amps. To be compliant it would need 12awg and a 20amp breaker.