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These are different ways of measuring voltages. In the united states, people often refer to the standard household electricity as "110 volt", because that is close to the average voltage over time that the sine wave will be at. 115 is was MOST electric companies actually produce, on average, and 120 volt is the RMS measurement of that voltage. The peak voltage at the top and bottom of the sine wave will usually be close to 125 volts. For more information, please Google for how AC works.
If this is written on the apparatus or nameplate, it is the EQUIPMENT VOLTAGE. If your local AC power supply is 110 volts, 115 volts, or 120 volts, this is your SYSTEM VOLTAGE. When any of the three is provided at the US standard of 60 Hz, the difference for machinery is usually negligible.
Yes, it is in the rating that the manufacturer has been given approval for, to state the highest voltage allowed to be supplied to the device. A 110 volt device is usually rated at 130 volts maximum and a 220 volt device is usually rated at 250 volts maximum. If you look at switches closely you will see all of the information imprinted on the side of the device. You can use a higher rated switch on lower voltages but not a lower rated switch on higher voltages.
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Can 115 volt be used in 110 plug?
115 Volt and a 110 Volt can be treated as the same thing. The electrical voltage supplied from your electric company is not exact and can be 120 Volt + or - 10%.
Will a 115 volt converter from 240 volts harm a 110 - 120 volt appliance?
The appliaance is designed for 110-120 v so if it is fed at 115 v that is quite OK.
Can a 120 volt game be played in a car that is equipped with 115 volt?
yes, most 115 volt devices will work with any voltage from 100 to 130 volts with no problem.
Can a 240 volt sub panel run 115 volt motor?
Yes, a 240 volt sub panel can run a 115 volt motor by connecting it to one of the hot lines and the neutral line. Make sure the motor is designed to operate at 115 volts and proper precautions are taken to ensure safe electrical connections.
Can a 115 volt icemaker be plugged into a 110 volt receptacle outlet?
There is no problem with that voltage. As long as the voltage is plus or minus 5% of the nominal voltage of 115 volts it is considered to be in the 120 volt range. Even though there is only a 110 volt potential at the outlet it is still rated to a voltage of 120 volts maximum. The second consideration is the amperage of the icemaker. Most 120 volt receptacles are rated at 15 amps and are fed with a #14 wire that is rated at 15 amps. As long as the icemaker does not draw more amperage than the receptacle is rated for the connection will be fine. If the icemaker draws more that 15 amps the breaker will trip.
Can 115 volt appliance be plugged into Canadian household outlet?
Yes. All Canadian regular household outlets work at 110-120 Volts.
How much does Chelsea Staub weigh?
she probably weighs between 115 -120
What the difference between a 120 volt and a 240 volt waffle iron?
One has an element designed to work on 120 volts, the other has an element designed to work on 240 volts.
What is the mean of this 120 100 115 115 140 130?
Arithmetic mean = 120
How do you convert a 125 volt to a 120 volt receptacle?
You tell yourself the 125 volt receptacle is a 120 volt receptacle. They're the same thing.
What is the mileage between Lake Garda and gardaland in Italy?
115 miles
How long will it take to travel 120 km driving at 115 km per hour?
Time = Distance/Speed = 120/115 = 1.04 hours, approx.Time = Distance/Speed = 120/115 = 1.04 hours, approx.Time = Distance/Speed = 120/115 = 1.04 hours, approx.Time = Distance/Speed = 120/115 = 1.04 hours, approx.
