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It may, or it may not. Some devices are specifically designed for one frequency, and won't work on another frequency. It is safest to look at the electrical specifications; if it says something like "50 or 60 Hz", it should work on both; if it says "60 Hz", then it is better not to use it, if you get your electricity at 50 Hz.
add Consider an electric clock bought from US (60Hz) to New Zealand (50Hz) - it would run slower. (Of more importance is the difference in voltage.) Ignoring the voltage difference (suppose you have an 230:110 v transformer), the actual power delivered by a tool will be less, because the hysteresis curve of the iron will be different at the two frequencies. Iron is used as part of the electromagnetic motor system.
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What is the frequency of rotation of a second hand on a clock?
1 rev/minute = 1/60 rev/second = 0.0167 Hz (rounded)
Will 60Hz appliances work on 50 Hz?
Some may, some may not. I remember a case where my city made a large investment in traffic lights... and found that they were for a different frequency, and couldn't be used. (I don't know how the case ended.) To be on the safe side, see the specifications; if it says "60 Hz", use it only for 60 Hz; if it says something like "50/60 Hz", you can use it anywhere.Some may, some may not. I remember a case where my city made a large investment in traffic lights... and found that they were for a different frequency, and couldn't be used. (I don't know how the case ended.) To be on the safe side, see the specifications; if it says "60 Hz", use it only for 60 Hz; if it says something like "50/60 Hz", you can use it anywhere.Some may, some may not. I remember a case where my city made a large investment in traffic lights... and found that they were for a different frequency, and couldn't be used. (I don't know how the case ended.) To be on the safe side, see the specifications; if it says "60 Hz", use it only for 60 Hz; if it says something like "50/60 Hz", you can use it anywhere.Some may, some may not. I remember a case where my city made a large investment in traffic lights... and found that they were for a different frequency, and couldn't be used. (I don't know how the case ended.) To be on the safe side, see the specifications; if it says "60 Hz", use it only for 60 Hz; if it says something like "50/60 Hz", you can use it anywhere.
Is 50 Hz the same as 50W?
no, Hertz (Hz) is a measure of frequency, Watts (W) is a measure of power.
Why 60 hz not 50 hz?
Nikola Tesla decided on 60Hz based on a trade-off between the higher transformer/motor/inductor eddy current losses and powerline transmission capacitive leakage at higher frequencies, and the larger size required of transformers, motors, inductors, and capacitors at lower frequencies. European engineers chose 50Hz for arguably political reasons. Aircraft use 400Hz because all components can be made much smaller. The total power involved is much less than something like a factory, for instance, and more modern manufacturing allows for thinner laminations, decreasing eddy current losses. Capacitive leakage losses are more of a long-distance powerline transmission issue, which don't affect aircraft. AE7HD Unfortunately, different countries have different standards for the frequency of houshold electricity. This has never quite been standardized. A piece of equipment designed for 50 Hz may or may not work at 60 Hz. Better look at the specifications; if it says something like "50 or 60 Hz", it will work with both; if it only says "50 Hz", then it will probably not work with 60 Hz, and vice-versa. If you travel to other regions, you must take even more care of the voltage. A piece of equipment designed for 110 volt will quickly burn out if you plug it into 220 volt. At least, the electrical part will burn out, producing a lot of smelly smoke. I believe the smoke is from the insulating wires.
What is the output frequency of a half wave rectifier circuit if its input voltage has a frequency of 50 Hz?
The half-wave rectifier is conducting during only half of each cycle, so the fundamental output frequency is 50 Hz, and there are loads of harmonics of 50 Hz. also present in the output.
Does iMac work on 220Volt?
Yes, it will work from 100 to 240 volts on 50 Hz or 60Hz. It has an auto switcher.
Is 230 volts 50 to 60Hz acceptable in the Philippines?
Philippines follows 60 hz.
Can you plug a 220V 60Hz hotplate into a 230V 50Hz outlet?
You can but it would be wise not to. Most 60hz appliances will not work at 50 Hz. <<>> Yes, no problem at all. The frequency does not enter into the equation because the hot plate is a strictly resistive load.
Will US washing machine work in Romania?
The voltage in Romania is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.
Frequency of AC?
In Europe and in northern Japan 50 hz is used. The US has a 60hz system for its' power grid.
Is there anyway to get 220V 60hz from a 110V 50hz power supply?
It would involve some electronics work but it could be done. Might add that it could be more expensive than just buying the proper power supply. Use Use 220V 60hz motor to run 110V 50hz Generator.
Can you use 110v 60Hz supply for 110v 50Hz equipment?
If the load is non inductive and straight resistive then there is no problem. Inductive loads like motors, a 60 Hz device can be used on 50 Hz but it is much harder on the equipment if 50 Hz is used on a 60 Hz system.
What is the difference between 50 Hz and 100 Hz I have 50 Hz tools and I have moved to a 100 Hz country?
Every country on planet Earth uses either 50Hz or 60Hz power. Mains voltage is either in the range of 100 to 127 volts or 220 to 250 volts AC.
Need 120 volt 60 hz digital clock to work on 100 volt 50 hz?
Probably won't work. Most clocks rely on the 60Hz to compute the time. If used on 50Hz, it will run slow. Use a clock that runs on DC or battery power. -Chris
Will a 220v 60Hz US mig welder work with a 220v 50Hz supply in Africa?
Hi - it should be OK but the transformer might overheat a little if it is used intensively, so it need to be used carefully. The reason is that the magnetic flux in the core is 15-20% greater at 50 Hz, and that increases the heat produced in the transformer. Going in reverse, a 50 Hz transformer will work fine on 60 Hz.
Can you convert motor winding 50 hz to 60 hz?
60Hz frequency on 50 Hz motor will create more resistance in its coils. Will cause electromagnetic force trying to increase the speed of the rotor by about 20 %. Less current will flow but the torque will be less, because of the increased resistance of the coils. Usually if the motor is not loaded much it will work fine on 60 Hz. One solution if there is problem running the motor is to remove part of the all coils equally from all of the bobbins by 10-20% .CommentThe resistance of the coils will remain unchanged, however, their inductive reactance will increase -thus reducing the current.
Will a 220V 60Hz Air-conditioner run safely at 230V 50Hz?
Not really because motors are designed to run at either 50 or 60 Hz and the wrong frequency might cause them to malfunction or overheat.
