mj young
Dec 20, 2009, 07:10 AM
Which is more efficient/economical 110 volt 60 cycle or 220 volt 50 cycle in residences?
stanfortyman
Dec 20, 2009, 07:22 AM
Well, it depends on where you want to live. It's not like you have a choice in the matter.
To answer your question, neither is any more efficient.
tkrussell
Dec 20, 2009, 07:24 AM
Regarding electrical usage, or billing for power, which is watt-hour, neither is more or less efficient.
Using 220 volt, allows wire size to be smaller, thus initial labor and material costs are less.
May I ask why do you think you have a choice of hertz?