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To my knowledge, 110 volt was about the voltage limit for a nuising dynamo collector effect called in electrical DC machinery as "fire arch" (please forgive the translation from my mother tongue Portuguese into English). Beyond 110 volt, a continuous spark all around the perimeter of the dynamo collector is usually observed, which led to the destruction of the collector itself and, therefore, to the generating machine. Nowadays, after the victory of clever Westinghouse against silly Edison, electrical power is not DC generated anymore, but the 110, 115, 117, 120, or whatever standard, is maintained by tradition.
why not use 110 volt
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What voltage can not use to a 110 socket?
Only use 110-120 volt appliances on a 110 volt socket.
Can you use Nintendo DSi on 110 volt and 220 volt?
no
Does 110 use direct current?
No. 110 volt is AC current
Can you use a 220 volt printer on 110 volt service?
No, unless it is dual rated for 110 - 220 volt use. Check the manual or look at the rating sticker that should be somewhere on the printer.
Can you use a 100 volt Japanese appliance in 220 volt country such as Hong Kong with 110 volt converter?
yes
Can you use 110 volt printer with 220 volt?
You need a step down voltage transformer that converts 220 volt to 110 volt to use a 110 volt printer with 220 volt. You can get good quality transformers at East West International in Houston, TX. If you order online or over the phone, they can ship it to you in 2-3 business days.
How do you wire a 230 volt contactor with a 110 volt coil?
To wire a 230 volt contactor with a 110 volt coil, you need to connect the 110 volt power supply to one terminal of the coil and the neutral wire to the other terminal of the coil. Ensure that the contactor is rated for use with a 110 volt control circuit. Additionally, verify the wiring diagram provided with the contactor for proper connection details.
Can you use a 120 volt appliance in a 110 volt house?
Yes, the two voltages are in the same voltage range.
Can you use a 220 toaster on 110?
No, you cannot safely use a 220-volt toaster on a 110-volt outlet. Doing so would provide insufficient voltage for the toaster to operate correctly, which could prevent it from heating up or functioning at all. Additionally, using it in this manner could potentially damage the appliance. If you need to use a 220-volt appliance in a 110-volt setting, a voltage converter would be necessary.
Can you use a 115 volt air conditioner into 110 volt?
Yes the 115 volts you read is just the maximum it will handle.
How do you convert 110 volt outlet to 115 or is there an adapter?
There is no need to convert a 110-volt outlet to 115 volts as they are essentially the same. The slight variation is within the normal tolerance range for electrical systems. If you need to use a device that requires 115 volts, you can safely plug it into a 110-volt outlet without the need for an adapter.
Can you use 110 volt batteries charger here in Australia?
Not unless you have a 110 volt supply to plug it in to. The standard General Power Outlet in Australia is 240 volts AC at 50 Hertz.
