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Can you plug a British device that supports 220 to 240v and 50 or 60hz into a 220v US NEMA 6 20 outlet using an adapter?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes, many towns still have a 240 V power system, but they are all now called 230 V, and to accommodate that change the allowable deviation was increased.
If you are using 230 V incandescent bulbs and they only last a short time, try to get 240 V bulbs instead.
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How To Find The Right AC Adapter For Your Device?
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