Power ratings of popular domestic equipment.
For advice on your specific requirements, please feel free to
contact us.
(check individual rating labels or instructions wherever possible)
| Equipment |
Current/Power rating |
Recommended Transformer |
| Electric razors |
0.05A x 120V = 6VA |
Use 30VA Transformer. |
| Radios |
0.1 A x 120V = 12VA |
Use 30VA Transformer. |
| C.D. Players |
0.15A x 120V = 18VA |
Use 30VA Transformer. |
| Christmas tree lights |
0.2 A x 120V = 24VA |
Use 30VA Transformer. |
| Epilators |
0.3 A x 120V = 36VA |
Use 50VA Transformer. |
| Games console |
0.35A x 120V = 42VA |
Use 50VA Transformer. |
| Heat Lamps |
0.45A x 120V = 54VA |
Use 100VA Transformer. |
| Nebulisers |
0.8A x 120V = 96VA |
Use 100VA Transformer. |
| Hi-Fi |
Varies - see Rating panel |
Typically 100 - 300VA |
| Curling tongs |
1.6 A x 120V = 192VA |
Use 200VA Transformer. |
| Computers |
1.66A x 120V = 200VA |
Use 300VA Transformer. |
| Travel irons |
4.16A x 120V = 500VA |
Use 500VA Transformer. |
| Electric kettles |
8.4A x 120V = 1000VA |
Use 1KVA Transformer. |
| Hairdryers |
14A x 120V = 1700VA |
Use 2KVA Transformer. |
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If Power rating is not specified, it can be calculated from the following
equation:
Power (W or VA) =Amps x Volts
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