Table
Voltage Drop Percent to Volts
Voltage Drop Percent to Volts lookup table with assumptions and boundary notes.
Scope
Percent-to-volts conversion only. This table does not set a project limit or approve a voltage-drop result.
Lookup table
Convert voltage-drop percentages into volts for common Canadian nominal voltage systems.
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| Nominal voltage | 1% | 2% | 3% | 5% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 1.2 | 2.4 | 3.6 | 6 |
| 208 | 2.08 | 4.16 | 6.24 | 10.4 |
| 240 | 2.4 | 4.8 | 7.2 | 12 |
| 347 | 3.47 | 6.94 | 10.41 | 17.35 |
| 480 | 4.8 | 9.6 | 14.4 | 24 |
| 600 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 30 |
Notes
- Check table values for preliminary lookup and arithmetic checks only.
- Confirm equipment ratings, product markings, installation conditions, utility requirements, and the local authority requirements before design or field use.