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What is the power of a portable radio that operates on 24 v two 12 v batteries in series and draws 2.2 a current?
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∙ 6y ago
As a general rule of electrical engineering amps multiplied by volts equals watts.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 6y agoThe power in this case is equal to the voltage, times the current. Because of the units used, the answer will be in watts.
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How many amps do 8 6 volt dc batteries put out?
The amperage drawn from batteries is governed by the connected load. The voltage of the batteries can be one of two voltages. in parallel the 8 batteries will give you a voltage of 6 volts. In series the 8 batteries will give you a voltage of 48 volts. The amp/hour capacity of the batteries will give you the amount of current the device can draw over a specific length of time. Equation to fine amperage is I = W/E, Amps = Watts/Volts. Watts = Amps x Volts.
What are examples of everyday series circuits?
The examples of everyday series circuits are the flashlight that uses batteries to operate. Another example is the Christmas tree lights.
What is a single path for electric current to flow through?
is called an electrical circuit
How would you connect an ammeter if you want to measure the current coming through some device in a circuit?
HOW TO CONNECT AN AMMETER Always connect an ammeter in SERIES in a circuit. Always ensure that the ammeter has a higher reading range than the expected current load, including start-up spikes. An ammeter expected to read a steady current of 13A should have a max range of 20A.
How are current and voltage affected in series and parallel circuits?
Voltage is Current multiplied by Resistance. The formulas for calculating the resistance in parallel and series circuits are: Resistors in Series: R(total)=R1+R2+R3+... Resistors in Parallel: 1/(Rtotal)=(1/R1)+(1/R2)+... Current is a measure of Coulombs of charge per unit of time or I=C/t The current depends on the circuit, whether it has capacitors or resistors, and the exact layout. Current 'flows' through wires in much the same way that water flows through pipes, so if the current meets some resistance (a resistor), some of the current will go through the resistor, but the rest will go through any other available path (like in a parallel circuit).
Can you connect batteries in series and parallel?
Yes, series and parallel connection of batteries is possible. When connected in series Voltage increases. In parallel, Current increases but voltage is constant.
You want to take 25ams output you are having 16 Nos of 12V 8Ah batteries do you have to connect batteries in series of parallel connection?
Parallel or Series Connections for BatteriesTo increase current [measured in Amperes], you connect batteries in parallel. To increase voltage, you connect batteries in series.
What happens to the amount of current in a series circuit as the number of batteries increases?
it increases
If batteries are wired in a series-parallel configuration?
You get more voltage and current capacity.
What happens to the amount of current in a series circuit as the number of batteries increase?
it increases
How do you explain the effect of the number of batteries on the amount of current produced?
The number of batteries has only an effect on the amount of current when they are equivalent and connected in parallel. The amount of current that can flow from a group of batteries connected in series is limited to the current provided by the battery that produces the lowest current flow in the string.
A circuit contains two 1.5 volt batteries and a bulb with resistance of 3 ohms calculate the current?
If the batteries are placed in series then your current would be 1 amp, if the batteries were in parallel then 0.5 amps. Voltage is common in parallel and additive in series. 1.5v + 1.5v = 3v (series) / 3 ohms = 1amp 1.5v (parallel) / 3 ohms = 0.5amps Current = Voltage divided by Resistance
Why would you add batteries in series?
Putting batteries in series will up the voltage of the entire circuit. Certain things need higher voltage, so you put your batteries in series. Putting batteries in parallel will not up the voltage, but will let the current last longer. Watches would be more of an example for that. You want watch batteries to last long.
How are batteries connected together to obtain more current capacity?
A way of connecting batteries together to provide more current is to connect them in parallel. This allows more capacity at the same voltage. If the batteries were connected in series the voltage would be increased.
How is Ampere-hour calculated if four 65 Ah batteries in series for UPS?
The ampere-hour rating of series connected batteries is the same as that for one battery, so the ampere-hour rating of four 65 Ah batteries in series is still 65 Ah. The reason for this is Kirchoff's current law - the signed sum of the currents entering a node is zero - or - the current at every point in a series circuit is the same.
What is the current in the circuit contains two 1.5 volt batteries and 6 ohm light bulb?
If the two batteries are in series, add the voltages. Then use Ohm's Law to calculate the current (that is, divide the voltage by the resistance).
How do you make a series and parallel connections experiment?
Two batteries, put them in series and either measure the voltage with a voltmeter, or with a fan connected watch the speed increase. A parallel connection will increase the current available but will not have an obvious change in output, as the current available is just that, ready for use. You can do something else with parallel and that is to have a volt meter showing that there is a current flow between the two batteries and that is why batteries connected in parallel will discharge.
