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"Handle" being a relative term, the answer is a qualified yes, at least briefly.
A switch will fail rapidly if it is used for more than the rated application. A thermostat switch constantly cycles, meaning that the contacts will be overheated, and arc excessively, meaning that the contacts will fail in a relatively short amount of time as related to a switch that is sized for the application.
Not to mention the fact that the extra heat will be a fire hazard.
Don't do it.
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How Many Amps Can a 30 Amp Circuit Handle?
30 amps
Can a 6 amp switch control a 12 amp motor?
No. A 6 amp switch is rated at 6 amps. A 12 amp motor will melt the contacts in the switch mechanism.
Why would i need a 20-Amp Single-Pole Switch insted of a 15 Amp?
You would need a 20 amp switch when the load controlled by the switch can draw as much as 20 amps. If you have a 20 Amp breaker supplying the circuit then you need to size all switches and outlets on that circuit to 20 amps.
How big of a load does a 30 amp plug handle on a 40 amp circuit?
If the overcurrent protection device is 40 Amps, then a 30-Amp plug can overheat and catch fire at 40 Amps before the circuit-breaker blows.
Can you use a 250 watt bulb with a 15 amp switch?
A 15 amp switch can safely handle up to 1400 resistive watts.
How Many Amps Can a 30 Amp Circuit Handle?
30 amps
Can a 6 amp switch control a 12 amp motor?
No. A 6 amp switch is rated at 6 amps. A 12 amp motor will melt the contacts in the switch mechanism.
Why would i need a 20-Amp Single-Pole Switch insted of a 15 Amp?
You would need a 20 amp switch when the load controlled by the switch can draw as much as 20 amps. If you have a 20 Amp breaker supplying the circuit then you need to size all switches and outlets on that circuit to 20 amps.
Can a 240 Volt switch rated at 10 amps handle 30 amps at 12 Volts?
no a 240V switch rated at 30amps may work ok but could be a problem with a motor or coil if the switch is not dc rated chances are the 240V switch opens far enough to break a 30 amp arc, even if its not fast enough
How big of a load does a 30 amp plug handle on a 40 amp circuit?
If the overcurrent protection device is 40 Amps, then a 30-Amp plug can overheat and catch fire at 40 Amps before the circuit-breaker blows.
Can you use a 250 watt bulb with a 15 amp switch?
A 15 amp switch can safely handle up to 1400 resistive watts.
Can I use a 30 amp circuit with a 12 gauge wire to handle a tablesaw that runs at 13 amps under load but spikes above 30 amps on turning on as the 20 amp circuit kept tripping at turn on?
This is proper connection for a motor that has a full load amperage of 13 amps. The wire size for motors has to be 125% of the full load amperage from the nameplate on the motor. On a 13 amp motor this relates to 16.25 amps. The next wire size up from this current is #12 rated at 20 amps. If you are using a fractional motor starter switch to control this motor, the heater size for the switch should have a rating of 16.25 amps. The fusing for wire is 40 amps for non time delay fuses, 25 amps for time delay fuses or a 30 amp circuit breaker.
What are the standard size disconnects safety switch up to 600 amps?
30,60,100,200,400 and 600 amp
Where can you find a handle for a Marshall AS50 R amp?
Stewert MacDonald has replacement handles for amps,Stewmac.com
How many watt in 5 amp switch normally use in home?
The switch will use no wattage whatsoever. The load on that switch is what uses power. If you know the load is 5 amps then 5 amps at 120 volts is 600 watts.
Do dean basses work with guitar amps?
Never use any bass with any guitar amp. Guitar amps are not meant to handle the lower register of a bass, and the speakers on your guitar amp will blow out if you try to play a bass through them.
Will 20 amps handle 3500 watts?
No. 20 amps at 120 volts will handle a maximum of 2400 watts. And you should never continuously load a 20 amp 120 volt circuit to no more than 1920 watts.
