US connectors with 220/240v


Hi,
Can I use US sockets & plugs with Europe 220/240v ? This is with the understanding that the apparatus can accept 220/240v.

I have many cables with the US standard and before changing them to schuko maybe would be best to use as is juts adapt the power distributor; fit oen schuko to plug into mains at wall

Thanks
Tim
timnaim

Showing 1 response by jea48

Timnaim, are you now living in the US and moving to Europe?

Is your equipment 120V?

If so you will need a step down transformer that will step down the 240V to 120V. On the 120V side you then can use NEMA 5-15R or 5-20R receptacles and your power cords......

If on the other hand you are living in Europe and have 240V audio equipment then in that case you would need to check with the "powers" of that country. As for the USA 120V receptacles and plugs can only be used on 120V. It's a safety thing. Even though the receptacle and plug would work on 240V it would be dangerous to do so here in the US. And as for the US the NEMA 5-15R and 5-20R receptacles and NEMA 5-15P and NEMA 5-20P plugs are only listed for 120V.