I = P / VNo power factor needed for DC circuits.
Find the current in amps for a 2000 watt load. Select the circuit voltage and system type below — DC, single-phase AC, or three-phase AC — and the calculator shows the result instantly. The table below lists results at common voltages.
Power factor varies by load. Use the equipment value when available.
I = P / VCustom voltage is always supported.
Results at common voltages. AC values use power factor = 0.9.
| Voltage | DC (I = P/V) | AC 1φ (PF 0.9) | AC 3φ (PF 0.9) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 V | 166.6667 A | 185.1852 A | 106.9167 A |
| 24 V | 83.3333 A | 92.5926 A | 53.4584 A |
| 48 V | 41.6667 A | 46.2963 A | 26.7292 A |
| 120 V | 16.6667 A | 18.5185 A | 10.6917 A |
| 240 V | 8.3333 A | 9.2593 A | 5.3458 A |
I = P / VNo power factor needed for DC circuits.
I = P / (V × PF)Single-phase AC — multiply voltage by power factor.
I = P / (√3 × V × PF)Three-phase AC — divide by √3 ≈ 1.732.
DC or resistive: 2000 / 120 = 16.6667 A. Single-phase AC at PF 0.9: 2000 / (120 × 0.9) = 18.5185 A.
DC or resistive: 2000 / 240 = 8.3333 A. Single-phase AC at PF 0.9: 2000 / (240 × 0.9) = 9.2593 A.
DC: 2000 / 12 = 166.6667 A. This is common for 12V battery and solar systems.