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Step Up / Down Transformers #30667 05/27/13 01:58 PM
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Anybody used these on their big power Euro Tools? Sure could be handy when away from shop to step the 110 up to 220 and more rarily vice versa.

Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: mo] #30668 05/27/13 02:08 PM
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They are a must have for the proper care of the engine as is an appropriate sized power cord. What did you want to know Mo?

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Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: Jay White Cloud] #30669 05/27/13 02:23 PM
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Hi Jay,

I've got a couple of 50' 10 guage drop cords! I hear you on that.

I don't know much of electricity, but I have a step up-down transformer in shop that I am storing for someone along with their Lurem table saw.

I didn't know whether you can actually plug your 220 tools into this step up transformer that is drawing off of 110.

I have never done it because I haven't needed to in shop, but was wondering whether it was possible if needed on site to do so.

Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: mo] #30670 05/27/13 02:53 PM
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Yes, and you should have a good one, as it can cost you an engine rebuild, as can bad extension cords. We use nothing but 10 to 8 gauge depending on distance to power. The farther away the more strain on the engine.

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Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: Jay White Cloud] #30671 05/27/13 02:58 PM
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8 gauge. Whew! anything over 50' I am guessing?

Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: mo] #30672 05/27/13 03:11 PM
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We have a couple electrical engineer types in the group so we can push it some times. The 8 gauge is for stuff over 200 feet. 10 gauge will get is most 100 feet but not with heavy use or big tools, and not for long durations, even that limited used causes strain from what I am told.

Re: Step Up / Down Transformers [Re: mo] #30673 05/27/13 03:21 PM
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I have always required a electrical supply or rare case generator as a contractual condition. Every site that's wired to grid that I've worked at has 220v and 110v. Beside that, any successful power transformer will require adequate amperage so a visit to the breaker box is still required.


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