Volt-Watt-Ampere Calculator Germany
Calculate watts, volts or amps from the other two values with P = U × I, plus resistance in ohms and typical German household values such as 230 V.
Power (Watt)
2,300.00 W
Resistance (Ohm)
23.00 Ω
R = U / I
Calculation
P = U x I = 230 V x 10 A = 2,300 W
Formulas
Power
P = U x I (Watt)
Voltage
U = P / I (Volt)
Current
I = P / U (Ampere)
Resistance
R = U / I (Ohm)
Typical household values
Household socket: 230V, max. 16A = 3,680W
Three-phase (stove): 400V, 16A ≈ 11,085W (√3 × 400 × 16)
USB charger: 5V, 2A = 10W
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do volts, watts, and amperes relate to each other?
Watts equals volts times amperes (P = U x I). Volts measure electrical pressure, amperes measure current flow, and watts measure power consumption. For household outlets in Germany: 230V x 16A = 3,680W maximum.
What fuse size do I need?
Divide the device wattage by the voltage (230V in Germany) to find the required amperes. A standard household circuit uses 16A fuses, suitable for up to 3,680 watts.
What does the resistance shown in ohms mean?
In addition to the value you are looking for, the calculator works out the resistance using Ohm's law: R = U / I. A 2,300 W appliance on 230 V draws 10 A and therefore has an operating resistance of 230 V / 10 A = 23 Ω. This value applies to the operating state: an incandescent bulb, for example, has a much lower resistance when measured cold. For devices with a motor or power supply, R = U / I is only a calculated equivalent value.
Guide
What is the Volt-Watt-Ampere Calculator Germany?
The volt-watt-ampere calculator converts between electrical voltage, power and current and computes the missing quantity.
How does the Volt-Watt-Ampere Calculator Germany work?
Enter two of the three quantities: voltage (volts), current (amps) or power (watts). The calculator determines the third using the formula P = U * I.
Key Data and Facts
Formula: watts = volts * amps. Household mains Germany: 230 volts. 16 A fuse: max. 3,680 watts. Three-phase power: 400 volts, typically 32 A.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to convert between volts, watts and amperes step by step: 1. Enter two known quantities: voltage (volts), current (amperes) or power (watts). 2. Apply the formula: watts = volts x amperes. Amperes = watts / volts. Volts = watts / amperes. 3. Typical applications: checking a fuse: a 16 A fuse at 230 V carries a maximum of 16 x 230 = 3,680 watts. Determining the cable cross-section: first calculate the current, then the required cross-section. Connecting a device to a UPS: know the power of the device in watts in order to choose the suitable UPS in VA. 4. With three-phase current (400 V, 3 phases): P = root(3) x U x I x cos(phi). For an ohmic load (cos phi = 1): 400 V x 16 A x 1.732 = approx. 11,085 watts. 5. Caution with VA and watts: with alternating current, VA (apparent power) is not equal to watts (real power). The power factor cos(phi) determines the ratio.
Calculation Example
Kettle 2,200 W at 230 V: current = 2,200 / 230 = 9.57 amperes. Fits on a 16 A fuse (max. 3,680 W).
Sources
Official sources
Calculations are based on applicable German laws and official data:
- Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
- Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle (BAFA)
Full methodology at Methodology.
Reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Last updated:
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