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  1. DarkDragoon

    USA Question about using 10-30P to 6-50R adapter for welder

    I recently bought a simple welder for some basic hobby welding, it is a 110/220 welder and I would like to use it on the 220 I already have but I'm a bit unsure if the 220 outlet I have will be ok. My main concern is that the welder has a Standard 110 US plug on it but comes with a Standard 110...
  2. AJshep

    UK to EU box adapter, is there such a thing?

    Does anyone know if there is any kind of adapter that can be used on a standard 1gang UK square metal Knockout box, to convert it to a EU sized opening. Ive lost count at the amount of times I've recently had to fit a something for someone which was designed for a EU back box , the screw holes...
  3. Cornealia

    what adapter do ineed for this?

    this is the end of a set of fiary lights (different lights from the one ive been talkkng abut on this forum) and i dont know what to plug into them so i can plug tem onto the wall, or what voltage? any ideas?
  4. F

    DIY advice- led driver/socket adapter

    Hello, I’m looking to replace some old square ceiling recessed lighting with some LEDs. I’m wondering if I can wire the included driver in to a socket adapter to utilize the box currently there, or if I have to remove the socket and direct wire it. The former is much easier, but as I’m quite...
  5. M

    5v 2.5 amp adapter (IN 230v ac 0.2 amp max) damaging when connecting to a high power line which is carrying 50 amp current

    Hi, I have a product in which 5v 2.5 amp adapter (input 230vac 0.2 amp max) used. The adapter is burning out sometimes usually when I connect it to the one of the phase (in 3 phase line where ac >30 hp motor is connected) carrying upto 50 amp current. Now my question is why the adapters are...
  6. A

    Need help identifying safe AC adaptor

    Hi all, I'm trying to establish whether I can safely use an AC adaptor on a different device. Basically I have a UK plug on one adapter and I want to use that to power another device for which I only have an EU plug. I have attached pictures of the two adaptors below. Can anyone tell me if I...
  7. V

    USA flexible conduit adapter

    I have a 1-1/2 in. dia Non Metallic UL Liquid Tight Electrical Conduit with a straight connector. Straight connector is a male fitting [twist], I need to reduce this to a 3/4 inch dia male [slip]. How do i do this? I can't seem to find a fitting?
  8. T

    USA Power LED string lights with base socket adapter?

    Hello forums, Total novice here! I want to make sure I'm doing the right and safe thing when installing outdoor string lights. The specifications to these lights are included here: The issue I am having is how do I power them? I would like to be able to flick the backyard patio switch to turn...
  9. L

    Power adapter for LEDs caught fire?!

    So I’ve bought a cheap set of LEDs on Amazon and the power adapter broke after three uses. After fiddling with the adapter (bending the wires) it would begin to work again for a couple of seconds before cutting off again. Eventually, at the right position the LEDs turned back on and it seemed...
  10. U

    UK What transformer is required for this adapter?

    Hi all, I hope I’m posting this in the right place, please give me a kick if I’m not. :) I have attached two photographs. Can anyone please tell me what transformer I need to buy to be able to use this item? I have seen transformers for sale in various places, most of them are for 120 to 240...
  11. T

    USA Running a heavy duty food mixer with adapter

    I need to buy a larger mixer for my small bakery, but I only have standard wall outlets and an oven outlet (pictured); the mixer has a NEMA 6-20 plug. Can I safely run a mixer with the ratings indicated in the attached spec sheet using an adapter to either the normal wall outlet or the oven...
  12. M

    Does anyone know what kind of adapter this is?

    I have a lot of fish tanks but have one in particular with a strange light fixture on it. A while back I lost the power cord for it but not the light, this adaptor is connected to the light and is what connects it to the power brick which plugs into a socket. I’d like to order a replacement of...
  13. C

    110V air purifier with a 100-240V adapter

    I purchased an air purifier printed 110V. It has a power adapter of 100-240V. Can I use the air purifier with a power supply of 220-240V? Is the adapter also a converter or transformer? I’m really confused.
  14. lRaziel1

    Help with correct AC adapter!

    Hello everybody. I bought a used keyboard (Yamaha PSR-E303), however it came with an aftermarket AC dapter, not the original one. Its this one: The keyboard does not specify AC adapter specs, but it says this above the plug: However they do specify to use ONLY one of these...
  15. M

    Powerline adapter on lighting circuit.

    Hi. I am a diyer and very new to anything electrical. I was hoping to put a new outdoor ip camera up outside the house. At the side of my house I have a boiler room that has a light and switch inside it. This light is fed off the light ring at the breaker as I tested it before hand. My plan...
  16. mahaka11

    hello plss help it will take 2 sec.

    hello everyone i want to change my Xbox one adapter from 110V to 220V i watch video and there is 1 part needed part name is: HEL 14D 471K. so my question is: that module and (NU) 472M X1Y2 is same ? i mean can i use this instead of showed in video ? p.s. i'm 2/10 at knowledge of electronics.
  17. mapleman

    Signs on power adapter.

    I am total noob in electric things. I've got one question. What is that sign on Dell PC power adapter? What is it and how to test it? Is it class two with earth? Help! Thank you.
  18. S

    Help needed, choosing the right adapter

    Hi guys. My girlfriend got a new lamp and I dont know what kind of an adapter she needs to plug this cable into the outlet. I will post photos of the cable. I am sorry if I used the wrong terms but english isnt my first language. I am looking forward to your replies fellas!
  19. Y

    Schuko adapter, but which one?

    Hi Quick question, I have the following appliance lying around and wanted to make use of it, it comes with a German plug with the following specs; 1000 Watt 220/230v 50/60hz What earthed/grounded schuko adapter will I need, a 5 amp or 13 amp? I know the UK version of the same model uses...
  20. alasdairp

    Handy little adapter - comments please!

    Another New Year post. Not a video this time! A really useful bit of old kit for 'old boys' like me... Used by me as a child and still useful at times this year. Is it legal or not? Starter for 10 points... Q1/. would it still be legal if it had never been unplugged? Q2/. Is is legal to use it /...

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