For an electric kettle, which is usually a simple resistive load, I’d feel safe plugging it into American 240V60Hz.
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kmartburrito@lemmy.world 3 weeks agoNope, it generally is not a good idea to try that. It might possibly work, but European power typically runs at 50hz (50 cycles per second) and the US is designed at 60hz. This small difference can mean that a European device would operate more quickly than designed. This is especially an issue with devices that have internal timers or motors.
Also, we have different plugs in the US for our 240v appliances, which would mean an interesting plug adapter situation.
So it could possibly work, or it could break the thing, or start a fire. Generally not for the faint of heart and definitely should consult an electrician.
captain_aggravated@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks ago
ADTJ@feddit.uk 3 weeks ago
You’re right about the frequency for sure, most things with an AC motor for example wouldn’t handle it.
But a quick search shows people have done this for things like kettles without issue.