110V motor

[Steve Maskery]

I've bought a meat mincer. Unfortunately they sent the wrong model, it's come labelled 110V with a US plug.

There has been no problem getting a refund, but I was wondering if it is likely that it has some sort of universal motor in it that is simply configured for 110V and could therefore be reconfigured for 240V. I've not yet opened it up to have a look, not least because I don't know what to look for (short of a switch labeled 110/240 )

Is this likely or do I just need to bin it?

 

[LancsRick]

Get a transformer for for 110v.

 

[mbartlett99]

If it isn't stated on the motor housing assume the worst; bang, magic smoke escapes and game over. You can get little transformers just a case of is it worth the faff I guess.

 

[Racers]

Its unlikely to be dual voltage as its a simple device, I would go for a refund, in a kitchen you want less electrical devices not more for safety.

Pete

 

[Rorschach]

Do I assume they gave you the refund and you get to keep it? If so, get a 110v transformer.

 

[Steve Maskery]

Thanks guys.
Yes I get a refund and I keep the (useless) machine.
But as I can buy an identical machine on eBay for under 30 quid, I don't think I'll bother with a transformer.
It's just that I hate to see it all just get junked, it's not what we do to the planet these days, is it?

 

[Rorschach]

Do you have a 110 site transformer?

 

[selectortone]

If it's a "universal" transformer then it will have two windings. Connect them in series for 230v, connect them in parallel for 115v.

 

[Steve Maskery]

If it's a "universal" transformer

Do you mean a Universal Motor? And if so, how can I tell?

 

[Steve Maskery]

I've tried to open it up. I've removed every screw and I still can't get inside. Nothing moves. There must be clips and grooves and recesses and prongs and goodness knows what else. Entry is most certainly discouraged.
To the tip it is. How very saddening.

 

[topchippyles]

Just get a duel volt shaving socket which should do the job depending on voltage output

 

[Racers]

A shaving socket might not have a high enough power rating for a mincer.

A site transformer would look good in a kitchen!

How many router, saws etc can be converted from 110 to 230?

Pete