Many motors have the ability to run on 240 or 120 volts. There is typically a diagram on the rating plate on the motor that shows you how to wire for either voltage. Sometimes you need to install or remove jumpers. If your motor is not dual rated you can't easily convert because if you just connect 120 volts to where 240 volts were connected you will draw twice the current which isn't good for a lot of reasons.
If it is a six wire motor go to http://apps.motorboss.com/connections/108323.pdf
220 volt will use less energy.
They are called Electric Fireplaces. They come in many styles, colors and designs. They can be either plugged into a standard 120v outlet or hardwired to the home at 270v.
Turn the shaft ;)A brushed-commutator dc motor can be turned into a generator by connecting its shaft to another source of power to make it turn at the correct speed.A diesel or gas engine - or another type of electric motor, such one that runs on 120V or 240V single phase ac - could be suitable.
For the most part, they cost about the same. For instance, if you look up a 120V, 2hp electric motor in a catalog, you will find it draws about 18A. 120V * 18A = 2160 watts. If you look up a 240V, 2hp motor, it will draw about 9A. 240V * 9A = 2160 watts. Watts are watts. Watts are what you pay for. It takes a certain amount of power to perform a particular task, irregardless of the voltage supply. You typically see larger loads, such as a dryer, range or AC unit fed from 240V. This is because the lower current draw permits you to run smaller wire, which is less expensive to install.
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No The wiring isn't big enough to carry the load of an electric range Christmas is no time for a fire! Call an electrician!
120v
360 watts
If the motor is designed for 120V or 220V whatever the case, it will function properly.If it is a 12V motor and you supply 120V it will make a mess and you will probably get hurt from flying debris!
In the US, both 120v and 240v will be needed for your home, as different appliances need different voltages. Your TV needs 120V, while your electric dryer and stove will need a 120V/240V supply. If you have an electric water heater, or central AC unit, they will need a 240V supply.
One can find a 120V electric power cable in stores such as Lowe's or Home Depot. It can also be purchased online through the store websites or through sites like rakuten for a cheaper price.
Electric drills typically require 60-120V DC grounded power cables.
Electric Fireplaces are simple to start. Plug them into a standard 120v household outlet and press the power button on the unit; or on the remote control.
220 volt will use less energy.
I think I understand what you are asking. 3-phase motors usually are equipped with a starter or contactor, since all 3 hot wires need to be switched. The control voltage that runs the starters is 120V, because it's safer and also 120V switches and relays are cheaper. You would have a 480-120V transformer (called a control transformer) in the starter box to provide the 120V "control voltage". So the arrangement you describe would have two contactors, with two phases reversed between them. Energize one, and the motor runs forward. Energize the other, and it runs reverse. The switch sends 120V to each of the contactors, which are equipped with 120V coils.
8.3 A. times 120 V = 996 watts
1440 Watts