120/240 V Question for the Delta or Rigid 14" Band Saw

[toolbelt diva]

I'm looking to purchase the Delta 14" or Rigid 14" band saw (if I can find either at a good price like others have) and they both have a 120/240 V motor. I only have regular household current (I think that means 110 V) in the garage. Can I run the band saw off this or do I need an electrician to add a 120 or 240 V outlet? I think the BT3100 is 120V and was running fine off the 110 V current.

[JR]

110v and 120v are interchangeable ratings for household service. So, yes, you can use the bandsaw on a regular outlet as you have been using the BT.

JR

[toolbelt diva]

Wonderful! Thank you for the reply.

[LCHIEN]

in the US, 110v , 115v and 120v are basically interchangeable terms for the standard household service.

it usually will range from about 110v to 120V when measured and its not a problem using that range on tools rated 110, 115, or 120 (volts)

Similarly 220, 230 and 240 are all used to refer to the higher voltage service which is two times the 110 or 120v srevice.

[Daryl]

Like they say, the voltage is fine. What you have to look out for is the current draw. I imagine your house hold circuit is 20 amps, check it at the breaker box.