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Does a ceiling fan consume more electicity at higher speeds or is the same at all speeds?
That would be a terrible way to build a speed controller. It would mean that at any setting other than full, power is being completely wasted.sanchitgangwa said:Somewhere I read that the current drawn is the same but the current which reaches the motor is different. Does this mean there is no effect on power usage if I reduce the fan's speed?
The fan speed directly affects electricity consumption. The faster the fan speed, the more electricity it will consume. This is because higher fan speeds require the motor to work harder and use more energy.
Running a fan at a lower speed is more energy efficient. The slower the fan speed, the less electricity it will consume. This is because the motor does not need to work as hard and therefore uses less energy.
Yes, the size of the fan can impact electricity consumption. Larger fans typically require more electricity to run at the same speed as smaller fans. However, this can also depend on the efficiency of the motor and other factors.
The amount of electricity a fan consumes on average can vary depending on the size, speed, and efficiency of the fan. However, on average, a fan can consume anywhere from 10-120 watts per hour.
Yes, using a fan instead of an air conditioner can save electricity. Fans use significantly less electricity than air conditioners, which can consume 3-5 times more energy. However, fans do not cool the air like air conditioners do, so they may not be as effective in very hot climates.