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"A Van de Graaff generator is an electrostatic machine which uses a moving belt to accumulate very high electrostatically stable voltages on a hollow metal globe. The potential differences achieved in modern Van de Graaff generators can reach 5 megavolts. The Van de Graaff generator can be thought of as a constant-current source connected in parallel with a capacitor and a very large electrical resistance." This is quoted from en.wikipedia.org(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Van_de_Graaff_generator)

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How many amps does a 5500 watt generator uses?

A generator does not use amps it generates amperage. To answer this question the generators voltage must be stated.


Can you install 60 amps generator and only get 50 amps AC power at 110 - 240 volts?

If you need 50 amps you can use a 60 amp generator or any other generator rated to supply more amps. The voltage, 110 v or 240 v, must be the right voltage for the load used.


How many amps is 8500 watts generator?

The equation that you are looking for is I = W/E. Amps = Watts/Volts. The generator has the capacity to supply 25 amps. Of course the load is what governs the amount of amperage drawn. Any load greater than 25 amps will load the generator down and probably trip the generator's breaker.


What are the uses of a Van de Graaf generator?

The basic use of a Van de Graaf generator is to separate electric charges and build them up, frequently for demonstration purposes. A "big" version can be used to provide a burst of energy for generating X-rays, or for accelerating electrons or protons. The accelerated charges find some practical applications as well as some uses in scientific investigations. It's an electrostatic generator, and it will create a considerable difference of potential. Use the links below to read more about it and what we use it for.


Will a 3000 watt generator power a 15 amp circular saw?

Yes, you can use up to 25 amps on a 3,000 watt generator.


How many watts does a whole house generator use?

The size of a generator is based on what the connected load will be. Add up all of the connected wattages that will be connected to the generator at one time and add ten percent, this will be the size of the generator you will need. Some equipment does not show the wattage on its nameplate. To find the wattage use the following formula Watts = Amps x Volts.


What amperage can a 2000 watt generator produce?

Use the formula I = W/E, Amps = Watts/Volts. Apply the voltage of the generator to the formula and the results will be the amount of amperage the generator will produce.


How much can a 20 kilowatt generator power a home's furnace and vital appliances?

The formula to use is I = W/E. Amps = 20000/240 = 83 amps. Check the nameplate of the equipment that you want to connect to the generator. You can add equipment up to the total of 20000 watts or 83 amps.


How many amps does ATM use?

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Will A 3000 watt generator can run a 2 HP air conditioner?

Since watts are equal to volts times amps it is hard to say if a 2000 watt generator will be enough. If you know the amperage of the A/C then using the formula Amps = Watts/ Volts. 2000/110 = 18 amps. If the A/C draws more that 18 amps then a 2000 watt generator will not be large enough. To find the generator size you will need, just use the same formula and try different generator wattages until you find one that is about 5 amps higher than the A/C amps.


What can a 800 watt generator power?

You can power any amount of devices that total to a sum of 800 watts. If you can not find the wattage on the devices nameplates then use the amperage of the devices. I = W/E, Amps = Watts/Volts. 800/120 = 6.6 amps. A total of 6.6 amps can be used from a 800 watt generator.


How many watt generator does it take to run your home?

If the service is single phase 200 amp then you would need a, W = A x V, 200 x 240 = 48000 watt generator. Since there are no 48kW standard generators you would have to use a 50 kW generator. If your home distribution panel is 100 amps then a 25 kW generator will work.