Cooling Where to buy a 220-240V 50Hz to 60Hz convertor?

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  1. Tyler Durden

    Tyler Durden What's a Dremel?

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    I am about to buy an Iwaki MD30RZ pump. I know the pump is specified to run better at 60Hz than the UK 50Hz mains standard.

    Anyone suggest the best and easiest way to supply a compatible 60Hz feed?
    If it is indeed possible...
    Is a simple UK to US travel adaptor sufficient?
    Are they simple step down transformers? If so, they will not change frequency..
    Will the pump I buy come with a US style connection, although it is UK purchased through Iwaki? I have not asked... :rolleyes:

    Maybe where to buy a suitable device?

    Any issues to be aware of? Amateurs like me need advice when flirting with electrical tinkering!! :worried: :nono: :jawdrop:

    THANKS :)
     
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  2. sailor

    sailor What's a Dremel?

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    Waste of money

    It would be very difficult and expensive to up the frequency to your pump, way more than the cost of buying a stronger pump and then some. You may see some benefit from running over volted but that is not really a good idea with a component that you absolutely don't want to fail.

    Essentially live with it or buy a higher rated pump.
     
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  3. Tyler Durden

    Tyler Durden What's a Dremel?

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    I suspected as much. THANKS.

    Seemed a bit too easy :sigh:
     
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