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can I get 208 v from a 480 V

can I get 208 v from a 480 V

can I get 208 v from a 480 V

(OP)
Hi:
Just trying to determine what to ask during a machine installation.

Can I get a 208 V power from a 480 power source ?

RE: can I get 208 v from a 480 V

A transformer is commonly used to do just that.

RE: can I get 208 v from a 480 V

Wayne said it all.

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RE: can I get 208 v from a 480 V

Maybe he was a tad elaborate. Could have simply said;

"Transformer"

I was going to... tongue

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RE: can I get 208 v from a 480 V

Fortunately, my ISP doesn't charge by the word.    

RE: can I get 208 v from a 480 V

yes you can get it through transformer 480 to 208 and it can be made on order or demand

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