Re: 110V -> 220/240Vconversion for appliances

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From: A. Moyns
Date: Thu, 21 Jan 1993 19:58

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apm@kaa.ee.umist.ac.uk (Paul Marriott) writes:

>I am shortly moving to Canada and have quite a bit of UK electrical
>equipment to take. Obviously, this is rated at 240V, 50Hz. Whats the
>deal with transformers to convert 110->240? What sort of power ratings
>are available? Enough to power a 3KW kettle? Or is it better to buy
>stuff over there that is rated at 110V?

You're asking for serious problems here.  3kW, you're talking big transformers!

>Also, is it possible to wire two outlets in series to get 220V? Or is
>that asking for trouble!?

Not only asking for trouble, but also impossible.  You can't increase the voltage
by just connecting sockets together.  Step-up transformers required, I'm not
sure if they're available for domestic use though.

>Another question is light bulbs. Are 110V bayonet fitting bulbs available
>or Edison Screw to bayonet converters? 

Not quite sure about what you're after here - try Maplin electronics catalogue.

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Andrew Moyns
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