Guidelines

Do I need a step-down transformer?

Do I need a step-down transformer?

You will need a step-down voltage transformer if you’re traveling to any country with a power standard that is higher than what your appliances use. Conversely, taking appliances that run on 220–110 volts to the U.S. or Canada requires a step-up voltage converter that can transform 110–120 volts up to 220–240 volts.

How do I know what transformer to use?

On the back of your appliance, you should be able to find a label describing its specifications including its Wattage (W) or the Amperage (A) of the appliance. Example: If your appliance consumes 80 Watts then you need a AC-100 transformer (100 Watts capacity) or higher.

What is a power transformer used for?

A transformer is an electrical device that trades voltage for current in a circuit, while not affecting the total electrical power. This means it takes high-voltage electricity with a small current and changes it into low-voltage electricity with a large current, or vice versa.

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Do transformers consume power?

It turns out that these transformers consume power whenever they are plugged into the wall, whether they are connected to a device or not. They also waste power when powering a device. The power consumption is not large — on the order of 1 to 5 watts per transformer.

Can I put a UK plug on a 110V tool?

In the UK you need a 110v transformer powered tools because the only corded power tools you can use on the building site are 110 volt as well (battery tools are all OK).

Why do I need a converter to use my TV in Europe?

To answer your question, Europe does not use the same electric system as the US . We use alternating current, they use direct, therefore you need a converter to use your TV. However I would also check with the manufacturer’s recommendations to see if the TV might be damaged even with the converter.

Can I use my American TV in Europe?

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Yes you can, but it might not be much use! Firstly, most of Europe use 220–240V not 110–120V like the US. This would mean you need to use a voltage converter to use it. This will probably set you back $50–100 for a good one, and you probably need a good one if you leave your TV on for hours.

How much does it cost to run a flatscreen TV?

As TVs continue to become more energy-efficient, the cost of running a flatscreen TV is only a few dollars a month. If you’re looking into upgrading your TV, consider choosing an LED TV and opting for a smaller screen size to reduce power consumption.

Do plasma TVs use a lot of electricity?

Plasma is the most energy-intense screen technology. Even a simple 30-inch plasma screen TV can use more than 150 kWh of electricity per year. A giant 50-inch plasma-screen TV will gobble up more than 300 kWh per year, costing you nearly $100 in Massachusetts. Experts agree: Choose LED for better energy efficiency.