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Can you use 110v chandler in 220v country by changing a 220v light bulb The chandler said max 100w light bulb so do you need to use a smaller watts of a 220v light bulb?

The light bulb should still have the same limit - 100 watts, because the limit is set practically by how much heat they produce. You need to make sure the wiring in the chandelier is correctly insulated for the higher voltage.


Can you wire your 220v pendent light into a 110v system and just change the bulb to a 110v bulb?

If the lamp bases are the same for a 220 volt bulb and a 110 volt bulb, then yes. If any modification to the pendent lamp have to be done then no, as field modifications to electrical equipment will null and void the certification that the manufacturer had to obtain to be able to sell the device.


An electric bulb is rated 220v and 100wWhen it is operated on 110v the power consumed will be what?

When the electric bulb is operated at 110V instead of its rated 220V, the power consumed will be reduced to 25W. This is because power is proportional to the square of the voltage, so halving the voltage will quarter the power consumed (P = V^2/R, where R is constant for the bulb).


How many volts in an energy efficient light bulb?

The voltage must be adapted to whatever is the standard voltage in your city: either something close to 110V, or something close to 220V.


What do you need to change on a 110V lamp to use it on 220V such as wiring socket etc?

Yes, you'd have to change the plug or use an adapter, and also change the bulb. Thry make the standard "medium base" A19 bulbs in 220v also. here's a few: http://www.bulbs.com/Light_Bulbs/Medium_(E26)/200V+-/results.aspx

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Can you use 110v chandler in 220v country by changing a 220v light bulb The chandler said max 100w light bulb so do you need to use a smaller watts of a 220v light bulb?

The light bulb should still have the same limit - 100 watts, because the limit is set practically by how much heat they produce. You need to make sure the wiring in the chandelier is correctly insulated for the higher voltage.


Can you wire your 220v pendent light into a 110v system and just change the bulb to a 110v bulb?

If the lamp bases are the same for a 220 volt bulb and a 110 volt bulb, then yes. If any modification to the pendent lamp have to be done then no, as field modifications to electrical equipment will null and void the certification that the manufacturer had to obtain to be able to sell the device.


An electric bulb is rated 220v and 100wWhen it is operated on 110v the power consumed will be what?

When the electric bulb is operated at 110V instead of its rated 220V, the power consumed will be reduced to 25W. This is because power is proportional to the square of the voltage, so halving the voltage will quarter the power consumed (P = V^2/R, where R is constant for the bulb).


Can a 220V x 40W bulb bought in India used in America where supply standard is 110V x 60Hz and does the power consumed varies?

If you can use it in your lamp it will be a 20 watt bulb


How many volts in an energy efficient light bulb?

The voltage must be adapted to whatever is the standard voltage in your city: either something close to 110V, or something close to 220V.


What do you need to change on a 110V lamp to use it on 220V such as wiring socket etc?

Yes, you'd have to change the plug or use an adapter, and also change the bulb. Thry make the standard "medium base" A19 bulbs in 220v also. here's a few: http://www.bulbs.com/Light_Bulbs/Medium_(E26)/200V+-/results.aspx


Can you use 120V lamps in Europe by just putting in a 240V bulb and a European adapter on the plug?

If all the components are rated to 220V, yes. Keep in mind that if the appliance was designed for 110V it may arc if 220 is run through it. If you don't know the device can handle 220V, don't run it at 220V. Chances are it was manufactured cleaply and cannot handle the extra voltage.


What is the difference between a 120v bulb and a 110v?

There is no practical difference between a 120V bulb and a 110V bulb. Both are designed to work with the standard voltage in most household electrical systems, which is 120V in the US. The slight variation in voltage is within the acceptable tolerance range for most light bulbs.


Can a 220V light fixture be used in the US?

Yes, you can easily use it. Just install it as you would any other 120 volt light fixture and change the bulb from a 240 volt bulb to a 120 volt bulb. It will work just fine.


What is the power consumtion of a light bulb that is plugged into a 110v outlet and is drawing 0.727 amp or current?

Power is calculated from volts time amps. 110V x 0.727A is 79.97 watts. Note that power is not "consumed" but rather converted to other forms of energy such as light and heat.


Can you plug a 220V light bulb into a 240V base?

Yes, you can plug a 220V light bulb into a 240V base. The slight increase in voltage should not affect the operation of the light bulb significantly, as most light bulbs have a tolerance range built-in to handle small voltage fluctuations. However, it's always a good idea to check the manufacturer's specifications for the light bulb to ensure safe operation.


Does a blown sidelight bulb put service light on?

No