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Yes, as the voltage goes higher the amperage goes lower. With a lower current the wire size can be smaller and in the case of a motor the equipment to start and stop the motor can be of a smaller size. This equates to a savings in the installation costs.

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The standard European residential nominal ('named') voltage is 230 V. Although this means that, for a given load, the current is lower (about half) than it would be for a North American 120 V supply, in practise European residential conductor sizes are not much different from those in North America. For example, a North American receptacle or socket outlet is rated at 120 V/15 A, a British socket outlet is rated at 240 V/13 A, which means that whereas a North American receptacle can only supply loads up to about 1800 W, a UK socket outlet can supply loads up to about 3000 W. As a result, a British kettle, for example, is typically rated at 3 kW -enabling it to boil very much faster.

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Can you plug the norelco 905rx into 220 volt outlet?

No, the Norelco 905RX is designed for 110-120 volt outlets and should not be plugged into a 220 volt outlet as it may damage the device. It's recommended to use a voltage converter or transformer that is suitable for your particular device in order to safely use it with a 220 volt outlet.


Can you use a 220 breaker in place of 110 breaker on 110 service?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.Breakers are rated in amperage and by the amount of poles that they have. Your classification of a 220 breaker is described in electrical terminology as a two pole breaker.Choosing the amperage of the two pole breaker depends upon the 220 volt load that it feeds.Two pole breakers for 220 volt loads.Single pole breakers for 120 volt loads.If the service is only 120 volt then every other bus bar in the panel will be energized. If the panel is a 120/240, then every bus bar in the panel will be energized.This is how and why a 240 volt load requires a two pole breaker.To the answer, yes you an use a two pole breaker in a 120 volt service but only one side of the breaker will have voltage on it depending on where it is situated in the panel board.


Can a 220 volt heat pad bought in China be plugged into our US 120 volt outlet?

No, it is not safe to plug a 220 volt heat pad bought in China into a US 120 volt outlet. The voltage difference can damage the heat pad and pose a safety risk. You would need a transformer or voltage converter to safely use the heat pad in the US.


Can i get 220 volt out of 120volt outlet?

No, you cannot directly get 220 volts from a 120-volt outlet. You would need a transformer or voltage converter to step up the voltage. Make sure to use the appropriate equipment to avoid damaging your devices or creating a safety hazard.


How do you change a 220 240 volt wire to a 110 120 volt wire?

To change a wire from 220-240 volts to 110-120 volts, you will need to reconfigure the wiring by connecting it to a transformer that steps down the voltage. This transformer will reduce the voltage from the higher range to the desired lower range, allowing you to safely use it with 110-120 volt systems. It's important to ensure the transformer is compatible with the current and wattage requirements of your device or equipment.

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Can you use a 120 volt - 500 watt bulb in a 220 volt lamp?

no , it will burn out


Can you use 220 volt light bulb on 120 volt system - I know the reverse would probably blow the bulb so wouldn't European 220 Volt do ok in 120 volt socket or would it be dimmer than it normally would?

Yes a 220 volt light bulb will run on a 120 volt circuit but at 1/4 of the wattage that the light bulb is rated at. A 100 watt light bulb on 220 would would be equal to a 25 watt light bult on 120 volt system.


How do you convert a 110 volt chandelier to 220 volt?

you don't. you just take and use 120 volts from the 220. At least that's what I'd do.


Is it safe to use a 125volt 15a converter for 220 volt devices in a 120 volt country?

Yes, this can be done. The adapter will handle at 120 volts x 15 amps = 1800 watts. The adapter is just a step up transformer. The maximum 220 volt device that can be connected can only have an amperage rating of 8 amps at 220 volts.


Can you plug the norelco 905rx into 220 volt outlet?

No, the Norelco 905RX is designed for 110-120 volt outlets and should not be plugged into a 220 volt outlet as it may damage the device. It's recommended to use a voltage converter or transformer that is suitable for your particular device in order to safely use it with a 220 volt outlet.


How can you rewire your 220 volt motor to run on 120 volts?

If a motor is designed to run on different voltages there will be a wiring diagram on motor plate for 120 volt wiring. If not you will have to use a step up transformer to convert 120 V to the higher voltage.


Can you use a 12 volt bulb instead of a 220 volt?

No.


Can you use Nintendo DSi on 110 volt and 220 volt?

no


Can you use a 220 breaker in place of 110 breaker on 110 service?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.Breakers are rated in amperage and by the amount of poles that they have. Your classification of a 220 breaker is described in electrical terminology as a two pole breaker.Choosing the amperage of the two pole breaker depends upon the 220 volt load that it feeds.Two pole breakers for 220 volt loads.Single pole breakers for 120 volt loads.If the service is only 120 volt then every other bus bar in the panel will be energized. If the panel is a 120/240, then every bus bar in the panel will be energized.This is how and why a 240 volt load requires a two pole breaker.To the answer, yes you an use a two pole breaker in a 120 volt service but only one side of the breaker will have voltage on it depending on where it is situated in the panel board.


How many amp will reduced if voltage increases from 120 volt to 220 volt?

The voltage cannot just be increased in a circuit because there is a risk of damage, blown circuit breakers and/or fire. However an appliance desgined to run on 220 v will use 6/11ths of the current used by an identical appliance designed for 120 v.


Can you use a 130 volt light bulb on a 120 volt supply?

Yes, in fact that is what a rough service bulb is rated at. The bulb used on a 120 volt system will have a reduced wattage output as to what it would be on 130 volts.


Can a 220 volt heat pad bought in China be plugged into our US 120 volt outlet?

No, it is not safe to plug a 220 volt heat pad bought in China into a US 120 volt outlet. The voltage difference can damage the heat pad and pose a safety risk. You would need a transformer or voltage converter to safely use the heat pad in the US.