2 kW to Amps
2 kW is 8.33 amps at 240 V single-phase and 2.41 amps at 480 V three-phase (at unity power factor). Single- and three-phase tables below.
2 kW to Amps conversion table
| System | Amps (PF 1.0) | Amps (PF 0.8) |
|---|---|---|
| 120 V single-phase | 16.7 A | 20.8 A |
| 240 V single-phase | 8.33 A | 10.4 A |
| 208 V three-phase | 5.55 A | 6.94 A |
| 480 V three-phase | 2.41 A | 3.01 A |
PF = power factor. Resistive loads (heaters, incandescent lights) are PF 1.0; motors and compressors typically run PF 0.8-0.9. For a different value, use the interactive converter.
Frequently asked questions
8.33 amps single-phase (2 kW = 2,000 W ÷ 240 V). For a continuous 2 kW load — an EV charger, for instance — the circuit must be sized 25% above that.
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