I have a question about an electrical shock I experienced while unplugging my charger. When I pulled the charger out of the socket, I felt a shock from the prongs. I'm curious about how much electricity flowed through me and if there's a way to estimate the amperes involved. The outlet provides 230 volts, and according to my charger's specs, it works within a 100-240V range at 1.5A and has various outputs (20.0V=3.25A, 15V=3A, 9V=2A, 5.0V=2.0A). I realize that I was likely hit by the outlet voltage rather than the charger output, but I'm unsure. Would it be 230V divided by 65W, or how should I interpret the charger's power ratings? Also, if the current was DC, does that change things? Thanks for any insights!
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If you're dealing with the prongs from the outlet, the main concern is really the outlet's specs, which can average around 110V to 15 amps in North America. I've been shocked before, and trust me, you'll be okay! What's more serious, like tasers, have around 50,000V, and people come out unscathed from those. Just keep an eye on things; if you're worried about nerve damage, it’s wise to consult a doctor.
If you’re feeling any unusual symptoms, definitely play it safe and see a doctor. Better to be cautious!
It sounds like you got zapped by the outlet itself, not so much the charger. The charge you felt was probably from the outlet's voltage, and depending on the circuit breaker, it might typically provide 15 or 20 amps in Europe. Getting shocked would definitely sting a lot; if it didn't hurt, it could have been a residual charge but hard to gauge how many amps that was. Just be cautious next time!
Thanks for clarifying that! If it were a residual charge, would it cause any lasting effects? How intense would the pain typically feel?
A residual charge usually isn't a big concern, but the pain from a live outlet shock can be quite intense, lasting just a moment but definitely noticeable.
Thanks for the reassurance! I'm not too worried about death but more about long-term effects. Should I visit a doctor just to be safe?