Thread: 115V vs 220V
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Doug Miller
 
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Default 115V vs 220V

In article , "Denis Caissie" wrote:
What are the advantages of a 220V connection vs a 115V connection for power
tools?

It enables you to use 220V tools. g,d&r

Sorry.

OK, seriously: operating at the higher voltage, a tool draws less current, and
thus there's less power loss. Tools will start faster, and are less likely to
bog down under load.

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