The electricity cost to run a bouncy castle for a day can vary based on the size and power requirements of the inflatable, as well as the local electricity rates. Bouncy castles typically use blowers or fans to keep them inflated. The power consumption of these blowers can vary, but they are generally not extremely high.
As a rough estimate, you can consider the power consumption of a blower for a bouncy castle to be in the range of 1,000 to 1,500 watts. Keep in mind that this is a generalization, and the actual power consumption can vary based on the specific model and size of the blower.
To calculate the electricity cost, you can use the formula:
Electricity Cost= (Wattage of Blower/1000) × Number of Hours × Cost per Kilowatt-hour
For example, if the blower has a wattage of 1,200 watts, and you run it for 8 hours at a cost of £0.15 per kilowatt-hour:
Electricity Cost = (1200 / 1000) × 8 × 0.15 = £1.44
For example, if the blower has a wattage of 1,500 watts, and you run it for 8 hours at a cost of £0.55 per kilowatt-hour:
Electricity Cost = (1500 / 1000) × 8 × 0.55 = £5.28
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Keep in mind that this is a simplified calculation, and the actual cost may vary. It’s advisable to check the power consumption specifications of the specific blower used for the bouncy castle and verify the local electricity rates for a more accurate estimate.