How to Calculate Electrical Energy Consumption for 230V / 50Hz / 1Ph Apparatus?

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To calculate the energy consumption of a 230V / 50Hz / 1Ph apparatus, the amperage is essential, as voltage alone does not provide the quantity of energy used. The formula involves multiplying the amperage by the voltage, and considering the power factor and time for a complete energy calculation. Additional resources, like IEEE Xplore, can provide methods for electric power measurements, which may be helpful. Understanding the output work required can also aid in determining energy needs. Accurate calculations require all these factors to ensure proper energy consumption assessment.
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How do I calculate the consumption of energy for an apparatus with these characteristics: 230V / 50Hz / 1Ph ?
 
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You can't. That's just the type of electricity it requires, not the quantity. You need the amperage, which you then multiply by the voltage.
 
gotlaub said:
How do I calculate the consumption of energy for an apparatus with these characteristics: 230V / 50Hz / 1Ph ?

russ_watters said:
You can't. That's just the type of electricity it requires, not the quantity. You need the amperage, which you then multiply by the voltage.

better toss in power factor as well as time as factors if you want energy consumed.
 
i know that i need the amperage...i thought there's another way to calculate the energy. thanks anyway ;)
 
What is the Ouptu work to be done? You can work backawrd from that.
 

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