On Thu, 17 Sep 1998 06:29:27 EDT, Pauls0627@xxxxxxx wrote:
>In a message dated 9/17/98 3:49:39 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
>Richard_Dale@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
>
><< The VST Macro stand I acquired has an internal lightbulb, on the plug it
> says 125 v 7A yet I am told voltage is 110 (apologies to Paul!). Which is
> correct.
> I need a transformer for the UK (killer) mains current. >>
>
>Nominal voltage in the US is actually 117v, I think. I've seen devices labeled
>110v, 115v, 120v, and 125v. All seem to work OK when I plug them into a wall
>socket! The ones in my house typically read about 113v on my DVM.
>
>You should be able to use one of the voltage converters designed for
>traveling. I know they are readily available in the US in department stores
>and such for converting 220v current to US standard 110v. I would imagine the
>inverse device is sold in Europe. Seven amps isn't all that much current, just
>make sure the device is rated for at least that (most of the US converters can
>handle a hair dryer, typically 10 amps or more).
>
>Hope this helps,
>
>Paul Schings
>Coventry, RI
As I already have pointed out to Richard privately, it doesn't make
much sense to buy a voltage converter or transformer if you can simply
change the lightbulb and fix another plug....
About voltages: we have had all kind of voltages in Europe, but they
are growing toward each other now. The UK used to have 240 volts,
continental Europe started on 120 and later had 220 volts. All
countries (including the UK) are working slowly and gradually toward a
230 volt/ 50 Hz standard.
Frank.
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