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A higher voltage incandescent (not transformer powered) lamp will work on a lower voltage system but, as has been mentioned in the answer below, it won't be as bright.
Often 130 Volt lamps are used on a 120 Volt system to make a so called "long life bulb".
A 240 Volt lamp would barely glow on a 120 Volt supply and it would use only a quarter of the energy (Watts) that it would normally use at 240 Volts (because of the way voltage and current are related to energy) but it could still be used as a heat source in a small enclosure without having the brightness of a normally-used lamp.
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There is some very "muddled thinking" going on in the suggested answers below this one...
So let's get some things clear in our minds...
1. Light bulbs have "bases" on them, not "plugs".
2. You never "plug" a bulb into an "outlet", you "screw" it into a "lamp holder".
3. The idea of running a 220-240 Volt bulb from a 110-120 Volt circuit is about as sensible as asking if you can drive a car around all day in first gear... Sure you can do it, but it just doesn't make sense! The lamp will glow so weakly as to be useless as a practical source of light so it would be a waste of a perfectly good bulb!
4. If you want to have a low light output, all you need to do is to use a low wattage 110-120 Volt bulb!
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Probably not. The plugs should be different and not compatible with the socket.
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Correction: Yes, you can if you just rewire with a standard UL approved plug which you can get at your local hardware store. The lights will be very dim, but will last a long time. Most regular 220v bulbs have Edison bases and you can simply change them out with 120v bulbs and you're good to go.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoNo! Using a fixture beyond its listed rating is unsafe and illegal. The insulation is designed for a certain limit, in your case 110 volts. It might appear to work initially, but down the road you could be putting someone's life at risk if the insulation fails. Its just not worth it.
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∙ 15y agoBasically yes. Make sure you only use higher voltages with 'simple' appliances such as bulbs of the correct voltage, do not try it with anything motorised - it would result in an expensive explosion.
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∙ 15y agoI wouldn't feel safe using this procedure. The design of a 120 volt lamp fixture keeps the hot wire connection in the center of the lampholder and the shell (the threaded part) connected to the neutral wire. Most lamps are not grounded. What you propose to do is make both the center pin and the shell hot (240V). If the shell for some reason grounds out to the frame of the lamp the breaker will not trip as their is no return ground path. If youaccidentally touch something that is grounded and are shutting off the lamp at the same time, you will get electrocuted. If this is a hypothetical question yes it will work. MY LAST COMMENT, DON'T DO IT.
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∙ 13y agoOnly if you have a transformer or something of the sort to step down the voltage.
Otherwise, all you'll do is burn out whatever you're trying to plug in
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∙ 11y agoYes, it's possible, but probably not safe and certainly not approved.
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∙ 13y agoYes, but the brightness of the bulb will be half of what it is a 220 volts.
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∙ 8y agoYou can, if you don't mind destroying the lamp and starting a fire.
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∙ 14y agoNO!
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Plug a 110v hair straightener into a 220v outlet?
Do not do this.
If the electrical device says 100-240 v is it safe to plug a 110 device into a 220 outlet?
Only if it is rated for 110V-220V. If it is rated for 110V only and you plug it into a 220V outlet, your device will be destroyed.
Can you use a 220v outlet to plug a 110v electronic device into?
You cannot directly plug a 110v device into a 220v outlet. This can cause damage to the device or even create a safety hazard. You would need a voltage converter or transformer to safely convert the 220v outlet to the appropriate voltage for the 110v device.
120V gas Kenmore dryer and the hook up location has the big 240V female receptacle--what is easiest solution thanks?
The easiest solution is to leave the 220V original outlet alone and plug the 110V dryer into a close 110V outlet, most likely the one for the washer. There should be nearby 110V outlets so you don't have to muck with rewiring the 220V outlet. A short heavy-duty extension cord is an option. I would also recommend killing the power to the old dryer outlet if it is unused. It cannot hurt. If you cannot plug the dryer into a nearby 110V outlet you can derate the 220V outlet down to a dedicated 110V outlet. This is not a task to be taken lightly if you are not experienced. If you do take this course of action yourself, buy a book. Do it right or don't do it at all. Negligence could kill someone.
How do you rewire a 220v lamp for 120v?
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.
Plug a 110v hair straightener into a 220v outlet?
Do not do this.
If the electrical device says 100-240 v is it safe to plug a 110 device into a 220 outlet?
Only if it is rated for 110V-220V. If it is rated for 110V only and you plug it into a 220V outlet, your device will be destroyed.
Can you use a 220v outlet to plug a 110v electronic device into?
You cannot directly plug a 110v device into a 220v outlet. This can cause damage to the device or even create a safety hazard. You would need a voltage converter or transformer to safely convert the 220v outlet to the appropriate voltage for the 110v device.
Can you plug a 220v deep fryer into a 110v outlet?
No. Attempting to run an appliance on insufficient voltage can cause damage to the appliance and can be dangerous. Call an electrician and get him to install a 220v plug
Can you plug your 220V electric piano into a 110V socket?
No.
120V gas Kenmore dryer and the hook up location has the big 240V female receptacle--what is easiest solution thanks?
The easiest solution is to leave the 220V original outlet alone and plug the 110V dryer into a close 110V outlet, most likely the one for the washer. There should be nearby 110V outlets so you don't have to muck with rewiring the 220V outlet. A short heavy-duty extension cord is an option. I would also recommend killing the power to the old dryer outlet if it is unused. It cannot hurt. If you cannot plug the dryer into a nearby 110V outlet you can derate the 220V outlet down to a dedicated 110V outlet. This is not a task to be taken lightly if you are not experienced. If you do take this course of action yourself, buy a book. Do it right or don't do it at all. Negligence could kill someone.
How do you rewire a 220v lamp for 120v?
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.
How do you wire a 110v supply for 220v heaters?
A 220v heater has two 110v lines coming into it--either two 110v lines with a neutral, like a range, or two 110v lines with no neutral, like a water heater. Unless there's a fan in the system, they only use two wires. It's cheaper that way. If you have a DEDICATED circuit for each 220v heater--one where there's only one thing on the breaker--and you have at least 10/2 wire (unless the amps call for 8/2 or 6/2 wiring, which happens), you can install a two-pole breaker to feed 220v to the heater. If you're just trying to plug the heater into an outlet and get it to work, you've got a problem in that you can't pull 220v out of a 110v outlet no matter how hard you try. Sorry.
Can you plug a 125v appliance into 110v car outlet?
Yes
How do you rewire UK lamps to work in Canada?
you need a transformer (instead of rewiring) from 220v to 110v The above answer will work but it is not correct. All lighting fixtures installed in Canada have to be CSA certified. If you really like the design of the lamp then you could consider rewiring it with certified CSA components You can buy replacement lamp parts at any DIY outlet. Change out the lamp cord and plug end along with the lamp (bulb) holder and you will have a certified fixture.
Can 100v charger work on 220v?
If I understand correctly, and I may not, you should never plug anything built for 110v (American) electrical sockets into an outlet designed for 220v appliances (found in much of Europe and some of South America). You need an adapter, otherwise things might get spicy.
Why is 220 volts the main voltage in the Philippines?
1) Possible... You can buy a converter in any electrical supplies store. Plug in your appliance(s) in this converter then plug the converter into your 220V outlet. 2) Most of the Automatic Voltage Regulator has a 110V outlet. Plug in your appliance in this outlet and plug in the AVR in the 220V outlet. Hope I help you
