Typical wattage range
1200-1500 W. Use a measured average when the device matters.
High draw
Electric kettle Runtime Estimate
Kettles are short but very high draw. Many small stations cannot run them even when total Wh looks sufficient.
Planning default
1500 W at 100% duty cycle.
Confidence label
estimated. Treat the result as a planning estimate, not a lab measurement.
How to use this scenario
- Start with 1500 W if you do not have a watt-meter reading yet.
- Electric kettle is treated as a continuous load, so runtime is sensitive to the real wattage you enter.
- Keep at least a planning reserve because battery age, temperature, output path, and device settings can move the result.
Watch-outs
- The scenario wattage is an estimate. Measure the real load before relying on it for outage, travel, or critical planning.
- High-wattage loads can hit inverter limits quickly; check continuous AC output and startup surge before trusting a station.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Energy appliance energy estimation guide (official) - Explains how to calculate energy use from wattage, hours, and nameplate current.