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
yes you can.

I am on assignment here in Singapore where British style 220V is the standard. many dealers here changed their outlet to US style 110V receptacle and use US style 110V power cords because US style plug has more "bite" and sounds better.

I did exactly that, I built a power distributor so I can continue to use my US power cords on 220V electronics.
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.
I am in australia with same issue - I changed one dedicated wall plug over to a US style plug and then ran my equipment of a Essence - REFERENCE POWER DISTRIBUTOR. works fine and means i can run all usa cables. Also believe this product can be ordered with a Schuko plug and US receptacles.