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US homes use a 240 volt single phase 'Edison' system. It is a 3-wire (4 with the ground) system. Phase to phase measures 240v, while each phase to neutral measures 120v.
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∙ 11y agoAll outlets and lights are 120 volts except dryer, stove, oven, A/C, water heater, which are 240 volts.
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Why US use 120v and 50HZ?
The US does not use 120 volts at 50 Hertz.
What is the electrical current in the US?
120 volts 60 Hz AC
What is the energy voltage in United States houses?
I think you mean "what is the voltage of the electric power distribution in US houses" It's called 240 volt single phase, which is a misnomer, as it is actually two phases of 120 volts each. Most outlets are connected to one of those phases and supply 120 volts to appliances. Some appliances that require more power connect to both phases for 240 volts.Addendum to the answer:The answer above might look a bit vague, the voltage in the US is 120V (same as Canada, most of Europe is 220-240 V), the electrical frequency is 60 Hz. Plugs used are A or B.
Can 230VAC single phase supply be used on a circuit that demands 208VAC single phase?
A unit of electrical equipment is designed for operation at a certain voltage - or within a certain range of voltages - i.e for 5 volts, 12 volts, 120 volts. 220 to 240 volts. Originally the UK household alternating current supply voltage was specified at 240 volts or, more precisely, 240 volts RMS +/-6%, running at a frequency of 50Hz.Some time ago, to allow harmonisation across Europe, the specifications were changed to 230 volts RMS +10%/-6%, also running at a frequency of 50Hz.Thus the mains supply voltage will remain within European Union norms (standards) even if it varies between an upper limit of 253 volts and a lower limit of 216.2 volts. So, because 208 volts is lower than the minimum range of a standard 230 volt 50 Hz supply, it is not safe to assume that any equipment which has a rating plate saying that it should be powered from a 208 volts ac supply can be used on a 230V ac supply without causing any damage. Such damage might affect the equipment itself or its surroundings or its "human" users... If the Asker could use the discussion page - by clicking the Open Discussion button shown below this answer - to tell us exactly what the circuit is, which "demands 208VAC single phase", that information would be interesting to know. Then, maybe, a much more helpful answer could then be given here!
What is the US calculation of 110V 60hz?
Do you mean definition? If so 110V = 110 volts-60hz = 60 hertz. Hertz is the cycles that the electricity runs at. 60hz. is the US standard. Europe is at 50hz.
What is the voltage used on most of the appliances in the US?
120 volts...
What voltage is used on most of the appliances in the US?
120 volts...
Whats the voltage of a mixer to be used in US?
The voltage used inside a mixer is arround 30 volts DC. But in the US there are in the housholds 117 Volts AC/60 Hz. So you will use that.
When electricity can enter your home from a power station what decreases the voltage to a safe level?
The transformer outside your home reduces the voltage from several thousand volts to around 220-240 volts in your home. In some countries (US and Canada among others) this will be split to 110-120 volts.
In your home your stove and your electric clothes dryer usually run on what volt?
220 volts. In the US.
What is the voltage in US?
110 or 220 for home service. Businesses may require 440 volts.
Are home laundry driers in the US using 220 voltage?
The majority of dryers in the US are rated at 240 volts. There are some smaller sizes that are used in small apartments that use 120 volts. These just plug into a regular receptacle outlet. They will only handle a small load and take quite a bit of time to completely dry the clothes.
Can 240 volt appliances be used in US?
120/240 volts is the working voltage in North America.
How many volts does a microwave have?
In the US all microwaves operate on 110 volts.
What is the voltage is used for industrial purposes?
It depends on the country as to which voltage is used for industrial purposes. In the US, for welding for example, voltage may be 480 volts. The frequency in the US is 60 Hertz.
Can a guitar amp purchased in US be used in Europe?
Yes, but you need to use a special 220 to 110 volts adapter.
Can 240 volt appliances from NZ run on 240 Volts in the US?
yes 240volts is 240 volts
