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  • Jun 9, 2009, 10:03 AM
    gtmaint
    Cost analysis
    What is the cost per hour to run a 5 hp fan at 277volt @ .14 per kwh
  • Jun 9, 2009, 10:30 AM
    Perito

    1 hp = 745.699872 watt



    Thus, in 1 hour, you'll burn 3.728 kw



    Of course, this does assume that the 5 kw refers to actual power consumed and includes all losses (heat, etc). The 277 volts is irrelevant.

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