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Title: 12 volt & 24 volt switch ?
Post by: jmblake on October 19, 2008, 03:27:04 PM

Hi guys
I have some switch's that say 20 amp at 12 volt, my question is can i use these switch's on 24 volt and if so how many amps could I safely run through these switch's. I would like to use them on my clearance & headlights, Defrosters and other 24 volt accessories. Thanks Jason.

Title: Re: 12 volt & 24 volt switch ?
Post by: Ed Brenner on October 19, 2008, 04:00:47 PM

Jason , Use the formula P (power in watts) = I (current ) x E (voltage )
20 x12 = 240 watts
At 24 volts 240 / 20 = 10 amps

ED

Title: Re: 12 volt & 24 volt switch ?
Post by: Slow Rider on October 19, 2008, 04:33:22 PM

It must be "new" math....... :)

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