Wattage Wizard Guide

The following will help you determine the size of the generator you may require. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us with any questions.

Amps x Volts = Watts

Typical Household Items

Running Watts Needed

Additional Watts Needed for Starting

Television

300

0

Desktop Computer

600-800

0

Laptop Computer

200-250

0

Monitor

200-250

0

Fax Machine

600-800

0

Printer

400-600

0

Radio

50-200

0

Coffee Maker

1750

0

Lights

on bulb

on bulb

Microwave Oven (typically)

625

800

Refrigerator or Freezer

700

2200

Dishwasher

700

1400

Automatic Washer

1150

2300

Central Air Conditioner (10,000 BTU)

1500

2200

Electric Frying Pan

1300

0

Electric Range (8-inch element)

2100

0

Electric Cloths Dryer

5750

1800

Furnace Fan, gas or fuel oil

1/8 Hp

300

500

1/6 Hp

500

750

¼ Hp

600

1000

1/3 Hp

700

1400

½ Hp

875

2350

Sump Pump

1/3 Hp

800

1300

½ Hp

1050

2150

On The Job

Air Compressor 1 Hp

1500

4500

Bench Grinder 8 inches

1400

2500

Hand Drill ½ Inch

600

0

High-Pressure Washer 1 Hp

1200

3600

Circular Saw 7 ¼ Inches

1400

2300

Electric Chain Saw 14 Inches, 2-Hp

1100

0

Table Saw 10 Inches

1800

4500