what is the highest watt light bulb can you run on a standard bulb
2007-01-26 10:31:49 · 4 answers · asked by Nick S 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Even if the circuit breaker is rated for 20 amps the wiring to the lamp might not be able to take twenty amps since most circuit breakers are hooked up to multiple outlets. The wiring in the lamp may not be able to dissipate 2400 watts. It might melt. The lamp probably came with a sticker that tells you what wattage bulb is recommended for the lamp
2007-01-26 16:53:19 · answer #1 · answered by anonimous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on the current. For a regular 20 Amp circuit, P = 120 x 20 = 2400 Watts
2007-01-26 10:37:37 · answer #2 · answered by K J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should check the light fixture to see what maximum wattage it is rated for.If you use anything higher than the fixtures rating it could burn or be damaged.
2007-01-26 10:42:28 · answer #3 · answered by nagant39@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2400 watt
2007-01-26 10:42:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋