Voltage

[DAWG24]

Hello I am just wondering if I can run my fireplace and an additional outlet off of the 110 running from the house?

 

[RandyB]

A long answer to a short question.

Most likely, the 110volt AC outlet you speak of is on a 15 amp circuit breaker, but let’s call it 120 volts.
If you are on a 50 feet or so extension cord, there is further losses of amperage available.

Assuming your fireplace is 1,500 watts, the formula below would look like 1500 watts / 120 = 12.5 amps drawn by the heater.

So, you have precious little amperage left to drive an additional appliance before tripping the 15 amp circuit breaker.

• Ohm's Law
  
  • Watts ÷ Volts = Amps
  • Amps × Volts = Watts
  • Watts ÷ Amps = Volts

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Short answer to a short question: no, you can't! At least, not reliably and safely. Sorry.

TJ