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10-26-2008, 06:20 PM#1
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120volt vs 240
Whats the difference, like what will change if i put a 240 cord in my 400watt hps instead of the 120 im using now
stoned88911 Reviewed by stoned88911 on . 120volt vs 240 Whats the difference, like what will change if i put a 240 cord in my 400watt hps instead of the 120 im using now Rating: 5
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10-26-2008, 08:32 PM#2
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120volt vs 240
Most things in Europe are 240 volt. Normally, if there is a transformer on your light setup, it should be rated for 120 and 240. If you own an iPod charger, you can look at that and it says "120/240". It is rated for both. So if you need to plug it into 240, nothing bad will happen, and you won't need a power converter.
On the other hand, if there is no transformer and your plug coming from the wall goes DIRECTLY into the set and bulb (which I doubt) and it does not say anything about 240 volts, don't do it! Your bulb WILL burn out and worst case scenario it will EXPLODE!
If your HID lighting system says its rated for both, the output will not increase on 240, it just means the transformer will work a little differently to accommodate the higher voltage input.\"Worldwide cannabis culture demands an official apology from the UN and world governments, that they acknowledge the war on cannabis and cannabis consumers was a vicious, murderous bigotry with no legitimate social or health concerns whatsoever.\"
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10-26-2008, 08:33 PM#3
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120volt vs 240
It will change nothing except make wiring a bigger pain in the ass. The only benefit of 240 is if you are running multiple lights you can put them on a bigger breaker. But for running 1 or 2 lights its a waste.
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10-26-2008, 08:38 PM#4
OPSenior Member
120volt vs 240
k thanks alot.
Glad i didnt spend 15 more dollars
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