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  • Oct 18, 2013, 02:47 PM
    chaz66
    How many amps for 300w
    Can anyone tell me how many amps are needed to run 3000 watts of lighting? Will a 20 amp circuit breaker be enough?
  • Oct 18, 2013, 03:00 PM
    hkstroud
    No, assuming 120 volts.
    Voltage time amperage equals watts (power).
    3000 watts divided by 120 volts equal 25 ampere.

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