How do you split a 240 volt outlet to make a 120 volt outlet in USA Canada etc?

Answer 1

For USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz power supply service.

In order for 240 to be split, there has to be a 'neutral' involved, so that the 240 has a common reference around the splitting point. Electrically, it would look like, 120-0-120 with the neutral wire in the center.

Usually a 240 volt incoming line can be split at the main panel with the proper breakers, etc. to form a new 120 volt circuit. This is the only safe way to do it because you need the protection of a proper-sized breaker for the new 120 Volt circuit.

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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.

Before you do any work yourself,

on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,

always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.

IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB

SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY

REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.

Answer 2

To split a 240 volt outlet into two 120 volt outlets, you will need to install a new electrical circuit with a double-pole circuit breaker. Each outlet will then be connected to one of the hot wires from the circuit breaker, while sharing the neutral and ground wires. It is important to consult a licensed electrician to ensure the work is done safely and up to code.

Answer 3

One wire would have to be changed to a neutral wire. It would be put on the neutral bar in the electrical panel.