Power Converter: Practical Application Scenarios

When you need a power converter

1. Buying a car

In the data sheet the power is in hp. and kW. The tax is calculated according to hp. Electric vehicles indicate kW. Tesla Model 3: 283 hp = 208 kW.

2. Generator selection

It is necessary to provide the house with electricity: refrigerator (150 W) + light (200 W) + pump (750 W) = 1100 W. Take a 2 kW generator with a reserve.

3. Air conditioning systems

Power is indicated in BTU/h. 12,000 BTU/h = 3.517 kW = 1 “ton of cooling.”

4. Transport tax

In Russia, the tax depends on the horsepower. Up to 100 hp - one rate, 100-150 - another. It is important to know the exact value.

5. Electrical loads

Household socket: max. 16 A × 220 V = 3520 W. Do not connect devices with a total power higher than this.

See also: Energy Converter, Fuel Converter, Pressure Converter