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If your trying to plug in a 110 Volt lamp into 240 volt outlet the answer is simple. You must buy a step down transformer, or your lamp will burn out.
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What will happen if a 120V lamp is plugged into a 240V outlet?
lamp go "POOF!" It may be very bright, but not for very long!
Can you rewire a 240v lamp light fitting or small appliance to 110v and if so how?
Yes, you need a transformer
How do you rewire a 240V motor to 120V?
The linked site has just about any connection you might need. See related links below.
If you buy a light in the US with wiring for 120V can you take it to a 240v country and just change the plug?
If the light you refer to is just a plain incandescent lamp, then changing the plug and changing the lamp to a 240 volt lamp should work OK If the light has a ballast (transformer-like winding) of any kind, the voltage rating of the ballast has to match the line coming in. A few ballasts have multiple taps - you may be able to change the internal tap from 120v to 240v you can not convert it. Otherwise connecting a 120v ballast to 240v will damage it quickly.
Where can one find out how to rewire a standard lamp?
eHow is a great resource for topics like this, with articles like "How to Re-Wire a Lamp," "How to Rewire a Lamp with a Rotary Switch," "How to Rewire an Old Lamp," and "How to Wire a Floor Lamp."
How do you rewire a 120V or 240V motor running on 220V volts back to 120V?
If it is a six wire motor go to http://apps.motorboss.com/connections/108323.pdf
If you put a 60W 120V bulb in a 120V lamp that has a transformer for 240V and plug it into a 240V outlet will it work or blow the circuitry?
Off hand no but your explanations are not clear as to who is doing what to whom,,
Can you rewire a 240v lamp light fitting or small appliance to 110v and if so how?
Yes, you need a transformer
What will happen if a 120V lamp is plugged into a 240V outlet?
lamp go "POOF!" It may be very bright, but not for very long!
How do you rewire a 240V motor to 120V?
The linked site has just about any connection you might need. See related links below.
If you put a 240V bulb in a 120V lamp that has no transformer and plug it into a 240V outlet will it work or blow the circuitry?
Not only will it work, but it will last for much longer than if it was connected to 220volts!
If you buy a light in the US with wiring for 120V can you take it to a 240v country and just change the plug?
If the light you refer to is just a plain incandescent lamp, then changing the plug and changing the lamp to a 240 volt lamp should work OK If the light has a ballast (transformer-like winding) of any kind, the voltage rating of the ballast has to match the line coming in. A few ballasts have multiple taps - you may be able to change the internal tap from 120v to 240v you can not convert it. Otherwise connecting a 120v ballast to 240v will damage it quickly.
Where can one find out how to rewire a standard lamp?
eHow is a great resource for topics like this, with articles like "How to Re-Wire a Lamp," "How to Rewire a Lamp with a Rotary Switch," "How to Rewire an Old Lamp," and "How to Wire a Floor Lamp."
How do you rewire a 120v outlet to 240v?
You don't. Electric devices like outlets have voltage and current ratings that should not be exceeded. Also, the 240V would have to be run from the main panel and may require a different size wire depending on the current required.
What takes less energy 120v or 240v?
120V takes less energy
Can I use a 120v rated bulb in a 240v socket on a 120v circuit?
yes
Can 240V washer run on 120V outlet?
No.
