electrical voltage in canada

[Keithcjk]

I understand that appliances with 220-240v is not usable in canada as canada is using 110v
will a converter do the job of converting?

Thanks

 

[manianz47]

For small appliances (that need very low power), a converter may be suitable.
However large appliances (Example: 220 V Blender) will require a large Transformer. Also with the Frequency difference, life of the appliance may be affected.
It is preferable to use the same voltage rated appliance (110V)

 

[Keithcjk]

thanks

 

[Keithcjk]

Hi, any idea where I can get cheap electrical appliances in Vancouver eg rice cooker, fruit blender etc

Thanks.

 

[meldxb]

You can use a step up/down transformer and use 220/240V appliances provided the wattage is not over 200 Watts. Keep in mind that you need to allow 25% extra to counter the spikes generated when using the appliance. For example if you need to use a TV that is rated at 70Watts use a transformer that can handle over 100Watts of power. Also Canada's frequency runs at 60Hz so if your LCDs, electronic clocks run at 50Hz they will be running at 10Hz faster making it inaccurate over time.

It does not make sense using a transformer for appliances that generate more than 100Watts as the size, weight & price of the transformers increase depending on the rating. So it makes better sense to get rid of all 220V blenders, hair dryers, electric kettles, toasters and get new ones rated at 110V.

 

[Canooknic]

Hi, any idea where I can get cheap electrical appliances in Vancouver eg rice cooker, fruit blender etc

Thanks.

I have bought all of mine from Walmart & Canadian Tire. Check their weekly flyers for the offers - my coffee maker was 60% off!!

 

[toby]

I don't know where you are living now, but I sense that it is China. You'll find that many electrical things are cheaper and of better quality in Canada, so don't pay money to bring them over.

Having said that, there are a few exceptions.

Rather than have to re-buy everything in a rush, bring those items like hair blowers that have a switch between 110v and 220v.

For electronics, like computers, look at the voltage inputs stated on your electrical things. If the input allowed is 110 - 220 volts, you can use them in Canada.

I wouldn't bother with transformers, though. Heavy and expensive, and probably not useful in light of the above.

 

[steaky]

I wouldn't bother with transformers, though. Heavy and expensive, and probably not useful in light of the above.

I couldn't live without the transformers that I brought it from China. With the transformer, I can use my hair clippers and slow cooker (which I can't find anything with same capacity in Vancouver).

 

[toby]

I couldn't live without the transformers that I brought it from China. With the transformer, I can use my hair clippers and slow cooker (which I can't find anything with same capacity in Vancouver).

Do you cut your own hair, then, Steaky? I shudder to think how I'd look if I tried that!

 

[Keithcjk]

thanks. i think i will buy them from Canada when I come over soon

 

[Aquib]

Do you cut your own hair, then, Steaky? I shudder to think how I'd look if I tried that!

He he go to Canada then you will be cutting your own hairs too

 

[Teaspoon]

do u have any sites , where individuals registers and advertise their used products and sell them.

 

[Canooknic]

There's EBay.ca or Kijiji

 

[sarimraza]

Continuing the discussion - if i bring laptop or ipod and need to charge its battery then will my voltage converter work ?

Thanks

 

[manianz47]

Hi

If your Adapter is rated 110V to 220V/230V, then it should work. Most of the Laptop Adapters are rated to work.
iPad/Mobile Chargers - 110V Adapters are damn cheap...