Blender - Peak Watts
Peak Wattage
The peak wattage is the maximum instantaneous power output. This means that the peak wattage is the maximum amount of power the unit can produce in a quick burst (1/10th of a second).
The peak wattage is not constant because if you ran the blender at peak power for a constantly, it would likely overheat or cause the circuit breaker to trip.
Depending on which blender cycle the unit is operating on, the unit can achieve a maximum of the peak wattage.
Continuous Wattage Rating
If the unit lists a continuous wattage rating this means the amount of power the motor is capable of producing for a long period of time assuming adequate cooling, load, etc.
Fundamentals
UL Testing Definitions
Per UL 982 Sec 36.3
- Rated Wattage – Measurement taken after 30 seconds
- Peak Wattage – Maximum instantaneous power transmitted over 100 milliseconds
Wattage on the Front of the Box/Package
- The front of box/package can list either the RATED or the PEAK wattage.
Wattage on the Bottom of the Box, Rating Plate Info, and Instruction Booklet
- The bottom of the box, rating plate, and Instruction Booklet MUST all specify RATED wattage only.
