How much power does the starter of a compact car consumes?

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How much power does the starter of a compact car consumes?

when starting a car?

2006-09-14 19:03:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering

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2006-09-14 19:04:15 · update #1

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depending on the size of the engine, the starter can pull between 60 to 100 amps for a very short time. using P=E x I then its between 720 to 1200 watts.

2006-09-14 19:09:59 · answer #1 · answered by oldguy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

depending on the solenoid used, standard ignition systems can push anywhere from 150-300 amps through a starter on ignition.

Car batteries usually max out in the 500-800 amp range.

2006-09-15 02:08:51 · answer #2 · answered by Evan P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋