RLA - Rated Load Amps: The maximum current a compressor should draw under any operating conditions. Often mistakenly called running load amps which leads people to believe, incorrectly, that the compressor should always pull these amps.
The operating current of a compressor can vary depending on the specific operating conditions and the load it is handling. Ideally, under normal operating conditions, the compressor's operating current should be close to its rated current. The rated current is the maximum current specified by the manufacturer for the compressor to operate safely and efficiently. It represents the expected current draw when the compressor is operating at its full capacity and under optimal conditions.
