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Does fan consume same power at different speeds?

Does fan consume same power at different speeds?

No, the fan consumes the same amount of current operated at different speeds. As when you control the speed of your fan you are actually controlling the voltage drop. This voltage drop actually generates heat inside the regulator, which does not affect the current flow or the current consumption at all.

What is the normal wattage for a ceiling fan?

A study of 195 ceiling fans reveals that the average ceiling fan wattage is 31.1W (max). At low speed, the average ceiling fan consumes 3.6W. While on standby ceiling fans consume 1.1W on average. The most common ceiling fan wattage is 33W.

How do I know what wattage my ceiling fan is?

Take the number of amps and use the number 120 to multiply. The number 120 is used because it is the average amount of volts (electric pressure) that most appliances have. It is a simple equation. For example, if the amps are 0.6, multiply it by 120 – 0.6 x 120 = 72 fan watts.

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Can I put a 60-watt bulb in a 40 watt ceiling fan?

Yes, you can use it! A 60-watt equivalent LED bulb uses around 8 watts on average. That’s 5X less than a 40-watt incandescent.

How many watts is a ceiling fan motor?

Fans range in size from 36 inches to 56 inches using 55 to 100 watts, a typical 48 inch ceiling fan will use 75 watts.

How many watts does a 52 inch ceiling fan use?

How much energy a ceiling fan uses depends on the size of the fan. A fan with 36-inch blades uses approximately 55 watts. A fan with 48-inch blades typically consumes 75 watts, while a 52-inch-blade fan uses 90 watts.

How many watts does a Hampton Bay ceiling fan use?

Many Hampton Bay ceiling fan light kits have a 60W or 40W max output, so the recommendations below do not exceed those specifications. Base size is also important so make sure you have measured your current light bulb base to make sure it’s the correct size (use the chart above).

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