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How to Calculate Amps From Kw
Kilowatt or kW means a 1,000 watts. A watt measures the rate at which energy in an electrical current flow dissipates. For a simple circuit, wattage relates to amperage according to the formula P=IV. For circuits with coils and alternating current, some of the energy stored in the coil as magnetic e
How to Distill Used Motor Oil for Diesel Fuel
Oil lasts for thousands of years. Once it is refined and used in our vehicles only to be discarded 3,000 miles later, it is still in a form that will keep for many years. The same technology however that distills motor oil from crude oil is essentially the same technology that distills used oil into
Specifications for Organic Fertilizer
Organic farms rely on organic fertilizers to keep their produce free of additives and chemicals, and a growing number of garden hobbyists are leaning toward the use of organic products. Many consumers see organic fertilizer as a safer or more natural way to supplement their gardens as these fertiliz
How to Clean Icelandic Sheep's Wool
Icelandic wool is loved by knitters because of its unparalleled warmth and natural appeal. This is the wool traditionally used to make Icelandic fairisle and bohus sweaters, mittens and shawls. Icelandic wool is available in yarn or as fleece. The washing method is the same no matter what form your
Pumpkin Crafts With Photographs of Faces
Pumpkins are yummy to eat, fun to carve, beautiful to decorate with and also make great craft items. With their bright orange and easy-to-carve skin, the pumpkin creates a suitable canvas and interesting raw material for a variety of projects. Combine pumpkins with personal photographs for some inte
How do I Convert HP to Amperes?
James Watt coined the term "horsepower" as a marketing ploy to promote his steam engine. The conversion of horsepower to watts involves a simple conversion. The conversion of watts to amperes, however, is more complicated because watts, which represent power, and amperes, which represent electric cu
How to Convert BTUs to MBTUs
The British Thermal Unit (BTU) is a unit of measurement for thermal energy. The BTU is defined as the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of one pint of water by 1 degree Fahrenheit at sea level. The BTU can be used in place of other measures of thermal energy, such as the calorie of
Mysterious Places in Texas
As the second largest state in the U.S, Texas has lots of territory to explore, ranging from steamy Gulf Coast marshes and beaches to woods, scrubland, mountains and deserts. Tucked here and there in this land of varied terrain and cultures are places with the lure of strange sightings or...
How to Build an Iron Firewood Rack
When the cold weather arrives, many homeowners start thinking about purchasing a supply of firewood to have on hand for cozy evenings at home. Storing wood requires a bit of space either in your home or on your property. A firewood rack is a convenient way to keep wood clean and dry. You can build a
What Are the Endangered Breeds of Rabbits in the US?
Rabbits are such prolific breeders that it is hard to think of them as an endangered species. However, in 2011, three species of rabbit were listed as endangered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Another rabbit is at risk and as of 2011 was being considered for reclassification as enda
Instructions on Catapults
A catapult is a device that stores energy and then instantly releases all the energy in about one second to force a projectile through the air at substantial speed. Large catapults were used centuries ago as weapons. Today, small catapults are used mainly for fun or school educational purposes, to t
How to Display Records on a Wall
Stacking records together eventually wears on the surface of album covers, causing the colors to be worn away. For favorite albums, this fading can be disappointing. Some record albums make interesting wall hangings and can be used as wall art. To preserve the cover and exhibit your treasured posses
How to Spiral Wire Wrap a Marble
Some marbles are too special to play with. If you've been wondering how to showcase a unique marble, why not turn it into jewelry? By using a technique called spiral wire wrapping, you can create a striking pendant without gluing, drilling or otherwise disturbing the marble.
Different Kinds of Turquoise Stones
Turquoise ranges in color from deep green to light blue.Turquoise Beads image by Rainstorm Designs from Fotolia.comTurquoise is the word for Turkish in old French. Because Turkish merchants traded in turquoise, it was thought that the stone originated there, but in fact the stones came...
Seashell Wind Chime Crafts
The first wind chimes were constructed nearly 5,000 years ago, by stringing shells, bamboo, bone, wood or stone and hanging them from trees to ward off evil spirits. Since then, the wind chime has become a beloved home decoration, admired for its beauty as well as its soft and relaxing tinkling soun
Woodworking Shows in Dallas
See woodworking demos and exhibits in Dallas and the surrounding area.handmade candle box. image by Tom Oliveira from Fotolia.comWoodworking is a popular hobby across the United States. Whether making cabinets or furniture or turning bowls and pen blanks, a helpful tip or new product...
How to Make a Magnet Generate Electricity
Electromagnetic induction -- using a magnet to generate an electrical current -- is the principle behind electric generators and motors. Induction occurs when a power source, such as wind or water energy, causes a magnet to move through a coiled wire, producing an electrical current. The power gener
How to Repair Cells in a Marine Battery
A marine battery is often referred to as a deep-cycle battery. It is similar to the regular lead-acid battery in your car, except it has thicker lead plates enabling it to produce a constant output for longer as marine vessels can be moored for some time without using the engine to recharge the batt
What Is Soil Algae?
Algae is an aquatic plant that's capable of surviving on land, given the right conditions. On land, algae is usually found in damp areas that receive regular sunlight. Poorly drained, compacted soils that provide a moist and sunny growing area are common trouble spots. Algae growing in the soil is t