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i think you just have to change the breaker from a 277 to a 120. 277 breakers are usually a 2 pole breaker and 120 is a single pole breaker.
NO.
277v is not two poles, it is one pole, one single pole breaker in a 480 volt 3 phase system (typically).
If you want 120 volts from a 277 volt source you need a step down transformer
277 volt to 120 volt , or 480/277 to 120/208 .
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∙ 17y ago277 Volts is derived from one phase of a 480 volt, 3 phase Wye wired transformer to the Neutral or grounded leg of the same transformer. Typically, 480 volt, 3 phase power is for commercial and Industrial use. If you have 120 volt power, you could, by means of boost Transformers, increase the voltage to 277 or something close. However, I not sure that you will achieve the same result as with the afore mentioned 480 volt, 3 phase.
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What's wrong with a 240V outlet that tests at 277V?
What's the reading at the service panel? What do regular 115V outlets read at? What kind of meter are you using? Chances are you have 480/277V 3 phase power to this building. Whoever wired the outlet used a 277V feed, possibly because 240V was not avaliable. You should call an electrician, repair of this problem may involve instalation of a transformer.
Is there a way to install a 120V light on a 277V circuit?
no ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stepdown transformer. More expensive than buying the correct light fixture. Y-THINK-Y
Which slot of an outlet is hot?
The larger of the two is neutral, smaller is hot.
Can you plug a 120v 20 amp wielder into a 240v 40 amp outlet?
Absoluteyl not.
Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?
Chances are there is more than 1 outlet connected to the 110volt circuit you are looking to convert. So therefore the easy answer is No. The 240volt dryer circuit must be a dedicated single circuit for the dryer only.
Can 240V washer run on 120V outlet?
No.
What's wrong with a 240V outlet that tests at 277V?
What's the reading at the service panel? What do regular 115V outlets read at? What kind of meter are you using? Chances are you have 480/277V 3 phase power to this building. Whoever wired the outlet used a 277V feed, possibly because 240V was not avaliable. You should call an electrician, repair of this problem may involve instalation of a transformer.
What happens if you plug a 120V appliance into a 240V outlet?
You will burn up your appliance!!!!!
What is use of step up transformer?
A step-up transformer increases (or "steps up") the voltage of an alternating electrical current. For example, a step-up transformer could be used to increase 120V AC to 277V AC to provide power to 277V electrical equipment in a building that does not already have a 277V electrical system.Other examples where a step-up transformer might be used include these:Using 240V AC equipment with a 120V AC mains supply.Generating high voltage for use with tubes, such as a CRT.Generating high voltage for use in electric energy distribution.
Is there a way to install a 120V light on a 277V circuit?
no ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stepdown transformer. More expensive than buying the correct light fixture. Y-THINK-Y
Which slot of an outlet is hot?
The larger of the two is neutral, smaller is hot.
Is it possible to restart a human heart by sticking a fork in a 120V outlet?
Don't be stupid. No.
Can you plug a 120v 20 amp wielder into a 240v 40 amp outlet?
Absoluteyl not.
What is low voltage transmission?
In the supply industry it refers to circuits of below 1000 volts. Common voltages used are 120v, 208v, 230v, 240v, 277v, 400v, 415v, 480v.
Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?
Chances are there is more than 1 outlet connected to the 110volt circuit you are looking to convert. So therefore the easy answer is No. The 240volt dryer circuit must be a dedicated single circuit for the dryer only.
Will anything bad happen if you use an accessory outlet adapter for 120v to plug your laptop in your Prius?
no.
I have 240V 3 wire twistlock plug and want to wire it so I have 120V outlet?
Don't!
