dimwitted
Oct 30, 2012, 12:57 AM
Convert 15 candlepower to watts
donf
Oct 30, 2012, 05:05 AM
There is no conversion between Candlepower and Watts.
Candlepower, is the output of the lamp. Actually, I believe that is a term that is no longer in use. I sure it was replaced by a similar term only I don't remember the new term.
Watts, is a measurement of Power. It is obtained by multiplying the "Input" values for Voltage and Amperage. So, for example, a 120v/20 amp circuit yields 2400 Watts.
ma0641
Oct 30, 2012, 05:54 AM
Candlepower is now lumens. As Donf said, no relationship.
dimwitted
Nov 3, 2012, 12:41 AM
Thanks for input. I can buy 15 cp/12volt globes but have no way of knowing output
shuntripper
Nov 3, 2012, 05:06 AM
thanks for input. i can buy 15 cp/12volt globes but have no way of knowing output
Lumens IS output.
Watts is power CONSUMED