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The Microwave Wattage Calculator helps adjust cooking times when using a microwave with different wattage than what a recipe specifies. This ensures your food cooks properly regardless of your microwave's power.
The calculator uses the wattage adjustment formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula proportionally adjusts cooking time based on the ratio of microwave power levels. Higher wattage requires less time, lower wattage requires more time.
Details: Proper wattage adjustment prevents undercooking or overcooking food. Microwaves vary significantly in power (typically 600-1200 watts), making this calculation essential for recipe success.
Tips: Enter the original cooking time and both wattage values. All values must be positive numbers. The calculator will provide the adjusted cooking time for your microwave.
Q1: How do I find my microwave's wattage?
A: Check the manufacturer's label inside the door or on the back of the microwave. Most models list wattage in the specifications.
Q2: What if I don't know the original wattage?
A: Most recipes are developed for 1000-watt microwaves. If unspecified, use 1000 watts as the default Watt1 value.
Q3: Does this work for all types of food?
A: While the formula works well for most foods, some items may need additional adjustment based on density and moisture content.
Q4: Can I use this for defrosting times?
A: Yes, the same formula applies to defrosting settings. Adjust defrosting time using the wattage ratio.
Q5: What about microwave settings other than high?
A: This calculator assumes high power setting. For percentage power settings, first calculate the effective wattage (percentage × max wattage) before using the formula.