can you change a power tool from 240v to 110v ?
mike r asked:
is it possible to change a 240v plug for a 110v plug and then use the tool or do you have to use a transformer?ie will changing the plug be enough to let the tool work.
Question posted courtesy of: Virginia
is it possible to change a 240v plug for a 110v plug and then use the tool or do you have to use a transformer?ie will changing the plug be enough to let the tool work.
Question posted courtesy of: Virginia
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August 31st, 2007 at 12:51 pm
you new a transformer
September 1st, 2007 at 9:49 am
better to use transformer/voltage adaptor
September 1st, 2007 at 6:09 pm
essential to use a proper 240V/110V transformer.
VERY Dangerous to do what you are suggesting!
September 5th, 2007 at 4:35 am
Your better off buying a new power tool that is 110v.
September 8th, 2007 at 6:00 am
Get a transformer
September 10th, 2007 at 3:53 am
How could changing the plug change the power requirements?
September 12th, 2007 at 12:17 pm
Most homes and small businesses in the U.S. have 240vac available from the existing Edison circuit. You need a double pole breaker wired to a 240 receptacle.
September 13th, 2007 at 4:35 pm
go ahead …. burn your house down
best advice we can give
DO NOT MEDDLE WITH THINGS YOU KNOW ABSOLUTELY NOTHING ABOUT
September 16th, 2007 at 1:52 pm
How could changing the plug change the power requirements? You MUST use a transformer. If the tool is a European tool to be used in an American/Canadian outlet, you must also see if the tool can work on a frequency of 60 Hz (USA/Canada), while European equipment uses 50 Hz. A transformer changes voltage and current but not frequency.