JohnnyJohnsoninWI
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- Joined
- Dec 9, 2003
- Location
- North Freedom, WI, USA
Hello,
When ever the subject of 220, 230, and 240 volts (a/c) comes up, I assume they all mean the same thing (for all practical purposes). Same thing goes for the 110/115/120 and 440/460/480 voltage ratings. For instance, during a conversation with a friend, I might refer to a breaker panel as a 240 volt while he prefers to call it a 230 volt panel. We are talking about the same thing, aren't we?
Are there times when the distinction is important? Which terminology is correct?
Thanks,
John
When ever the subject of 220, 230, and 240 volts (a/c) comes up, I assume they all mean the same thing (for all practical purposes). Same thing goes for the 110/115/120 and 440/460/480 voltage ratings. For instance, during a conversation with a friend, I might refer to a breaker panel as a 240 volt while he prefers to call it a 230 volt panel. We are talking about the same thing, aren't we?
Are there times when the distinction is important? Which terminology is correct?
Thanks,
John