step down converter from 110v to 240v, I need help please :)
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I'm not sure what your asking!?
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I don't know the answer, I don't even really understand the question.
But I have travelled and most of the things I had from NA were 120v but they worked fine at 220v and only needed the plug adapted.
That said, I don't have THAT tool, my other DeWalt charger (different one) shows only 120v as an input and doesn't have the 220v shown so maybe the DeWalt tool won't work without some sort of converter you maybe looking for.
Good luck! It shouldn't be difficult.
But I have travelled and most of the things I had from NA were 120v but they worked fine at 220v and only needed the plug adapted.
That said, I don't have THAT tool, my other DeWalt charger (different one) shows only 120v as an input and doesn't have the 220v shown so maybe the DeWalt tool won't work without some sort of converter you maybe looking for.
Good luck! It shouldn't be difficult.
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Well he's asking about a converter.. just not sure what he's asking!? Most converters if they are good quality will have both 120v and 240v outlets!?
The screwdriver is operated by a DC battery. You just need to find if the charger supports 220V or might be easier to just find a generic version of the charger that is capable of handling the input voltage if the stock one doesn't.
I think something like this with the right plug adapter and you don't need a step-down transformer: https://www.ebay.com/itm/144103410533?hash=item218d3b8b65:g:2cUAAOSw5f1hKIIK
I think something like this with the right plug adapter and you don't need a step-down transformer: https://www.ebay.com/itm/144103410533?hash=item218d3b8b65:g:2cUAAOSw5f1hKIIK
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Damn.. that lil 3 dollar charger is 517.. wtf!!
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If he can find another charger for the specific battery it would be better anyway. The 8V Maxx chargers get terrible reviews for high failure rate.
That said batteries can be pretty proprietary when it comes to chargers so something like this 240v to 120v converter might be his answer.
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It's in metric, you need to divide by 10Damn.. that lil 3 dollar charger is 517.. wtf!!
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Just cut the plug off and throw on a male 3 pin………
Just jokin don’t do that…… you’ll burn your house down.
I wouldn’t waste your time on that Dewalt knock off. If it’s just for wrenching on your RC’s, you’ll find something in OZ.
This one here works well for me. Purchased from Supercheap Auto.
She’s even got a light on her.
https://www.google.com.au/search?q=...iver&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-au&client=safari
Just jokin don’t do that…… you’ll burn your house down.
I wouldn’t waste your time on that Dewalt knock off. If it’s just for wrenching on your RC’s, you’ll find something in OZ.
This one here works well for me. Purchased from Supercheap Auto.
She’s even got a light on her.
https://www.google.com.au/search?q=...iver&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-au&client=safari
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Does it come with charger? If it does I'm Pretty sure you only need an adapter like this. With Australia plug to us plug.
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is the formula for power (watts) if that's what you were asking. I have that screw driver and the charger has an input of 120v @ 0.2A for a total of 24 watts. At 240v, 24 watts would be 0.1A
is the formula for power (watts) if that's what you were asking. I have that screw driver and the charger has an input of 120v @ 0.2A for a total of 24 watts. At 240v, 24 watts would be 0.1A
I haven’t tried one but another project manager in my office used one of these.
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Whatever u do.. don't plug that thing into 240v!!
That's not what he needs.. but good looking out, its actually the opposite of what he needs ha..
he said 110v to 240v?Whatever u do.. don't plug that thing into 240v!!
That's not what he needs.. but good looking out, its actually the opposite of what he needs ha..
He said he’s in Australia which has nominal 230-240 VAC @ 50 Hz. With regard to the 110 to 240 comment, I believe OP was trying to determine the current consumption at 110V and how that scales to his country’s grid.
Yes definitely don't do that. Based on Marko's question I assumed he has a generic charger with a wallwart power supply meant for 120v and is looking to buy one for 240 and needed to know the minimum power rating needed to ensure he buys the right power supply. If that truly is the case, he will need to make sure the barrel connector polarity is correct as well.Whatever u do.. don't plug that thing into 240v!!
I knew there was a problem when he wanted a Dewalt tool! lmao
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That tool has been in my Home Depot cart for a while now. I just can't justify the cost as long as my wrists and fingers move well.
I use Milwaukee tools for work and home but I got one of these for the RC cars works great.
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Absolutely nothing wrong with Ryobi for non-professional use. I just replaced my first bad 18v pack after 7 years of heavier than the average homeowner use. If it were for daily use I would go to Milwaukee but for tools that get used sporadically, they offer a solid bang for buck ratio.
