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Normally, yes. Most of the times, the 230 volt will be transformed down a number of times for much lower operating voltages. The extra 10 volt divided by that number is usually negligible. Actually, the voltage fluctuates quite a lot, and your equipment is build with this in mind. The old 220 standard was ± 10%, where 230 is well below the upper limit.
The higher voltages we use (230 V and up) is for transportation of power. High voltage
at a constant effect means fewer amperes, which means (a lot) less loss in transmission lines.
The 230 volt is a compromise between the Britain (240) and continental Europe (220)
when the two power grids were united.
For more info, see link Electricity Standardizaton
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoWhat exactly is this question asking?
Is it asking about an Air Conditioner Unit that has been manufactured to operate in the US or Canada or similar countries which use 220 - 240 Volt 60 Hz household power supplies?
If so, it should work fine on those supplies.Note: in the US, Canada, and other countries using similar 60 Hz supplies, circuits for lighting and low-power appliances run at 120 volts plus or minus 10% in which case the voltage range could be from 108 Volts to 132 Volts.
All new buildings using this system in fact get 240 Volts plus or minus 10%, split into two 120 Volt "hot" wires (often called "legs") with a common Neutral wire. Major appliances, such as clothes driers, kitchen ranges, large air conditioning units, etc. are now manufactured to be connected to that kind of 240 V supply.
An informal, but more accurate, description of such a supply is:
A "-120V / Neutral / +120V" supply.
Or is this question asking if a 230 volt 50 Hz European appliance can be used on a 240 volt 60 Hz outlet in the USA or Canada?
If so, see the answer to the Related Question "Can you plug a 230V 50Hz appliance into a 240V 60Hz outlet?" using the link shown below.
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at the breaker box/fuse panel BEFORE you attempt to do any work AND
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∙ 13y agoNo. You can only use AC in a transformer. DC will, at minimum, trip the breaker, and, at maximum, destroy the transformer or cause other damage.
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∙ 13y agoNo. They will not work correctly with DC.
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Will a 220 volt ballast operate from a 230 volt source?
Yes, 220 volts is in the same voltage classification as 230 volts.
Why there is different types of voltage range 210 Volt 220 Volt 230 Volt 240 Volt 250 Volt in single phase AC system and what it based?
In the US the voltage is about 220 volts. This voltage is based upon the average voltage of the AC sine wave. It can peak as high as 240 volts or as low as 210 volts. So these different voltages are actually referring to an average 220 volt system.
Would 230 volt item applicance work on 220 volt in south Africa?
A step-up transformer would be required to supply 230 volts from a 220 volts source from South Africa.
Is 220 amp connected for 230 volt?
The question can't be answered - it has no meaning :)
Can a dimmer be used with the 120 volt lighting fixture with a 230 volt bulb?
Yes, but a fact has to be taken into account that when a 230 volt rated bulb is used on a 120 volt system the wattage output is half of what the 230 volt bulb is rated at when it operates on 230 volt. So the dimmer will only be used to control half of the bulbs wattage which could bring the bulb down to a dull glow in full dimming position.
Will a 220 volt ballast operate from a 230 volt source?
Yes, 220 volts is in the same voltage classification as 230 volts.
Can a 440 volt capacitor be used for a 230 volt application?
No. The capacitor will short out and possibly explode. On the other hand, the 440 Volt Cap can be used in a 220 Volt circuit.
Why there is different types of voltage range 210 Volt 220 Volt 230 Volt 240 Volt 250 Volt in single phase AC system and what it based?
In the US the voltage is about 220 volts. This voltage is based upon the average voltage of the AC sine wave. It can peak as high as 240 volts or as low as 210 volts. So these different voltages are actually referring to an average 220 volt system.
Would 230 volt item applicance work on 220 volt in south Africa?
A step-up transformer would be required to supply 230 volts from a 220 volts source from South Africa.
Can you plug a 230 Volt 50 Hz appliance into a 220 Volt 50 Hz outlet?
Yes
What remedy can you do if you plugged the 120 volt to 220 volt battery charger?
There is no remedy but to plug it into a 230 circut.
Is 220 amp connected for 230 volt?
The question can't be answered - it has no meaning :)
Is it safe to use a 230-240 volt microwave in a country like China where the voltage is 220?
No, if it says 230-240 .. 230 is the minimum..
Can a dimmer be used with the 120 volt lighting fixture with a 230 volt bulb?
Yes, but a fact has to be taken into account that when a 230 volt rated bulb is used on a 120 volt system the wattage output is half of what the 230 volt bulb is rated at when it operates on 230 volt. So the dimmer will only be used to control half of the bulbs wattage which could bring the bulb down to a dull glow in full dimming position.
Is there an adapter that can be used on 230 volt 30 amp air conditioner appliance to make it fit a 220 volt 20 amp socket safely?
My electrician says no, has to be some rewiring.
Would 220 volt made in Russia work in turkey with 230 volts?
Yes no problem.
Can an appliance of 230 V 10 A inert fuse be used in Australian domestic homes with 240 v power supply?
Yes, 240 volts is a "nominal" figure, related to peak current. The actual usable voltage is in the 220 -230 range and any 220-230 volt appliance will be quite happy.
