How Many Amps Does an Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) Use?
Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) draws about 8.3 amps at 120 volts (1,000 watts running). At 8.3 A, an electric pressure cooker fits comfortably on a standard 15 A or 20 A household circuit (kitchen countertop receptacles are on 20 A small-appliance circuits per NEC 210.11(C)).
Amps = watts ÷ volts. Enter the wattage from your appliance's nameplate or label for an exact figure.
Current draw — an electric pressure cooker
8.3 A
- At 120 V
- 1,000 W
- Typical breaker
- 15 A
Breaker figure is guidance for a simple resistive load — confirm against the nameplate and a licensed electrician.
Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) amperage at 120 V and 240 V
Same 1,000 W load — the current halves when the voltage doubles. Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) is typically a 120 V appliance in US homes.
| Draw | Watts | Amps at 120 V | Amps at 240 V |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running | 1,000 W | 8.3 A | 4.2 A |
Breaker and circuit for an electric pressure cooker
At 8.3 A, an electric pressure cooker fits comfortably on a standard 15 A or 20 A household circuit (kitchen countertop receptacles are on 20 A small-appliance circuits per NEC 210.11(C)). For a dedicated circuit, guidance is a 15 A breaker with 14 AWG copper (75°C terminations).
Guidance only — actual circuit sizing depends on your unit's nameplate, wire run length, and local code. Confirm with a licensed electrician. See the wire & breaker size chart for the full NEC ampacity table.
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