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Convert to 220? Thread closed

I closed the thread "Convert to 220" since the discussion was getting rather personal ("Don't get mad"..."You don't know what you're talking about"). People getting upset over electricity? Shocking! Also sent a PM to the people involved in the discussion. Link to thread ->...
- Bas
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- Feb 5, 2010
- 220 closed convert thread
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Moderators and Administrator's Discussion
Convert to 220?

Hi All- I am finally getting around to add some outlets to my shop rather than relying on cord swapping. My 18" bandsaw and 1.5(?) HP Dust Collector are both pre-wired for 120v, but can be wired and run 220v. Is there any real reason/benefit to switch them? It is more work, and more cost...
- jamie
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- Jan 27, 2010
- 220 convert
- Replies: 67
- Forum: Power Tools and Their Use