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The Watts To Price Calculator estimates electricity cost from wattage consumption. It calculates the monetary cost of running electrical devices based on their power consumption, usage time, and electricity rate.
The calculator uses the electricity cost formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula converts watts to kilowatts, multiplies by usage hours to get kilowatt-hours, then multiplies by the electricity rate to calculate total cost.
Details: Accurate electricity cost estimation helps in budgeting energy expenses, comparing appliance efficiency, making informed purchasing decisions, and identifying energy-saving opportunities.
Tips: Enter power consumption in watts, usage time in hours, and electricity rate in dollars per kilowatt-hour. All values must be valid (watts > 0, hours > 0, rate ≥ 0).
Q1: How do I find my electricity rate?
A: Check your electricity bill or contact your utility provider. Rates typically range from $0.10 to $0.30 per kWh depending on location and provider.
Q2: What's the difference between watts and kilowatts?
A: 1 kilowatt = 1000 watts. Kilowatts are used for billing purposes while watts are commonly used to rate appliance power consumption.
Q3: Can I calculate monthly costs with this calculator?
A: Yes, multiply daily usage hours by 30 for monthly calculation, or use the actual monthly usage hours directly.
Q4: Why divide by 1000 in the formula?
A: Electricity is billed in kilowatt-hours (kWh), so we convert watts to kilowatts by dividing by 1000.
Q5: Are there other factors that affect electricity cost?
A: Additional factors may include time-of-use rates, demand charges, taxes, fees, and seasonal variations in electricity pricing.