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Like most other countries, you will find that in England we use voltages ranging from almost zero to a few tens of kV, depending on the application. ;)
However, assuming you mean the voltage supplied by 3-pin 13A mains sockets (type G) then from 1 January 2004 the mains supply should be 230V (-6%, +10%), 50 Hz (±1%). ie a range of 216.2 - 253V. This replaced the UK's former specification which was 240V ±6% (ie a range of 225.6 - 254.4V). Some "shaver sockets", similar to round 2-pin sockets (type C) found in mainland Europe, will supply 110 V, but be careful since they often have a dual mode 110V/240V.
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∙ 12y agoAlmost without exception, a.c. is used for the transmission and distribution of electricity in all countries. The exception are high-voltage d.c. links, which are used for extremely long distances, for international interconnection, or undersea links.
So, the UK (England is part of the UK) uses a.c. Its low-voltage nominal voltage is 400/230 V, three-phase, operating at 50 Hz.
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∙ 10y agoNo modern industrialised country uses d.c. power supplies.
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Why dc series motors cannot be used in home?
DC series motors run on DC power. Homes have AC power, not DC power. You could use DC motors in homes if you have a power supply or use a battery, but it is usually more cost effective to use an AC motor.
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We deliver power on the power grid as an AC voltage. That's alternating current, and that's what is available in your home.
What is use of slack bus in ac power flow and dc power flow sepratly?
For make a system balanced losses in power
Which instrument is suitable for measuring both a.c. and d.c. quantities.?
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Can you generate direct current?
Direct current can be generated by a generator. Generators are not as efficient as alternators ( that generated AC power ). Vehicles use direct current but come equipped with alternators. The AC power is rectified ( changed to DC ) for use.
What type of current is used to power electrical outlets in the US?
AC, alternating current is used to power electrical outlets in the U.S..
How do you turn a car generator inside out to get ac power?
All alternators make AC power when they run. There are diodes in the alternator that convert it to DC. There is no practical way to alter this. There are some large alternators that have both types of outputs on them but they are for large trucks. With the advent of converters that you plug into aux power outlets in cars, there is no reason to use the alternator to generate AC unless you are looking at a very high current requirement.
Are fans in computers ac or DC?
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Are there any electric outlets in an SUV to run a 110V equipment in it?
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Do they have electricity in Cuba?
Yes, they have electricity in Cuba. The Cuban power outlets are suited for use with the North American flat blade type electrical plugs (caps). In general the voltage in Havana is 110V AC 60Hz, but some of the newer hotels have 220 V AC 60 Hz as well.
How can a radio use both DC and AC?
Radios use DC power supplies to operate. If a radio is powered from a mains AC supply, a power supply circuit will convert the AC supply to DC. Therefore, a radio may have both a DC and an AC power input but ultimately, the internal circuitry will always use DC.
What is the source of electricity of a blender?
Blenders plug into electrical outlets in your home so have AC current. That electricity may come from wind power, nuclear power plants, coal power plants, solar cells, hydroelectric plants or a combination of the above.
Does a car use DC or AC power?
the car use dc current dear
How do you hook up a digitech whammy to voodoo lab pedal power 2?
You can't. You have to use the pedal's AC adapter or a Voodoo Lab Pedal Power AC. Pedal Power 2 is a DC unit; the Whammy is an AC unit.
Why dc series motors cannot be used in home?
DC series motors run on DC power. Homes have AC power, not DC power. You could use DC motors in homes if you have a power supply or use a battery, but it is usually more cost effective to use an AC motor.
What kind of wires do they use in hospitals?
THHN is used for AC power.
Does a microcomputer require ac current?
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