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  • Jul 24, 2012, 07:33 PM
    nitteroy
    From 245 v to 220v converter
    First let me preface my question with the fact that I am ignorant to electricity hence my lack of understanding to technical jargon.
    I am running an air compressor in my warehouse that has a motor with 230v capacity.
    Upon examination my electrician discovered that the power in the building is 245v.
    Needlessto say I have gone through five compressors in 2 years.
    Is therea step down transformer that can reduce the voltage going to the compressor to between 220 and 230 v
  • Jul 25, 2012, 02:37 AM
    tkrussell
    Your electrician should be aware of what is called a "Buck-Boost" transformer. If yours does not know about them I doubt he will know how to chose the correct size and voltage rating, so you need to find an electrician that is fully knowledgeable of these.

    Or you could find a 240 volt rated motor.

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