Schego 220v convert to 110v?

MikeyLikesit · Nov 18, 2019

The heater plugs into controller, using 220v...
Possible to convert the male end of the controller?

Schego Thermostat TRD (TR2) - Sewatec A.E.

The Schego temperature controller can be loaded up to 1000 watts and because of its simple handling is ideal both for the hobby aquarium owner and for the

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or would a “travel 220v to 110v adapter work?”

wouldnt the higher current from 220v trip that breaker?

Fredgee · Nov 18, 2019

MikeyLikesit said:
The heater plugs into controller, using 220v...
Possible to convert the male end of the controller?

Schego Thermostat TRD (TR2) - Sewatec A.E.

The Schego temperature controller can be loaded up to 1000 watts and because of its simple handling is ideal both for the hobby aquarium owner and for the

www.sewatec.com

or would a “travel 220v to 110v adapter work?”

wouldnt the higher current from 220v trip that breaker?

What you need is a step up voltage converter (110 to 220), just do a search on the internet. Amazon has several.

MikeyLikesit · Nov 22, 2019

Fredgee said:
What you need is a step up voltage converter (110 to 220), just do a search on the internet. Amazon has several.

can I just rewire one of my receptacles with this?

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or can I just splice the europe ford and put it in a two prong? Cut the ground wire.

buddy. · Nov 23, 2019

Nope definitely not. The heater is designed to run on 240v.

nitrodude · Nov 23, 2019

Would be easier and safer to just get the correct 110v controller..

MikeyLikesit · Nov 23, 2019

They don’t sell the 110v controller.
As long as the amps at the breaker box are plentiful. Can I install a 220 receptacle? (Euro)

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nitrodude · Nov 23, 2019

You would have to run new wire to your outlet from the panel.

You need 2 110v legs and a neutral for 220v.

MikeyLikesit · Nov 23, 2019

nitrodude said:
You would have to run new wire to your outlet from the panel.

You need 2 110v legs and a neutral for 220v.

what if I daisy another nearby receptacle hot wire. Would that count as one of the legs?
The Romax has a copper ground that I can use as the earth.

nitrodude · Nov 23, 2019

MikeyLikesit said:
what if I daisy another nearby receptacle hot wire. Would that count as one of the legs?
The Romax has a copper ground that I can use as the earth.

No. 1-completely against code. 2nd, the 2nd 110v leg would need to be off an opposing breaker. And copper ground is not neutral.

MikeyLikesit · Nov 23, 2019

ok... so it sounds like I would need to use a converter.. not an adapter.
the thing is, everything I read about adapters is that they are not reliable. Whereas a simple plug converter is?

thank you everyone for helping with this

Jeeperz · Nov 24, 2019

Sunlight supply does make cords, or did, to take 2 110 outlets and make a 220 outlet. They do have to be on separate legs of the breaker box though

nitrodude · Nov 24, 2019

Jeeperz said:
Sunlight supply does make cords, or did, to take 2 110 outlets and make a 220 outlet. They do have to be on separate legs of the breaker box though

I wouldnt recommend this. Even if you did happen to have 2 conveniently located outlets on seperate legs, it's not safe or to code.

Jeeperz · Nov 24, 2019

It is safe, they are a ul certified cord. They are specifically designed for this issue. The only issue is it's basically an extension cord which, by code, are not allowed in a permanent type situation.

nitrodude · Nov 24, 2019

Jeeperz said:
It is safe, they are a ul certified cord. They are specifically designed for this issue. The only issue is it's basically an extension cord which, by code, are not allowed in a permanent type situation.

No....its not safe...
220v breakers are dual throw for a reason-so it kills power to both sides...in this scenario if one branch gets overloaded and pops the breaker the other leg will still be hot-leaving only 110v, potentially burning up whatever is plugged into it.

Plus-now if he unplugs the 110v side that breaker popped, those male terminals can now be back fed from the live side and potentially shock/kill.

Electricity isnt something to mess with unless you know what you are doing. Ive never seen one of these cords you're talking about but I cant imagine it is legal..

Jeeperz · Nov 24, 2019

If you trip one side of a dual throw, it kills the breaker. Trip either side, it trips the breaker

nitrodude · Nov 24, 2019

Jeeperz said:
If you trip one side of a dual throw, it kills the breaker. Trip either side, it trips the breaker

EXACTLY.
What you are describing would use TWO independent 110v breakers. One pops-the other will remain on

Jeeperz · Nov 24, 2019

You are wrong. 220 appliances only operate on 220 it would be no different than unplugging a hot 110 appliance. If it were say a ballast that is 110/220 it wouldn't matter. If there were some sort of backfired, how ever that would happen, it wouldn't matter unless you grab the outlet terminal, which will shock you with a normal 110. The only reason it's not code is it's an extension cord, they are UL listed, or were. If they are still available.

nitrodude · Nov 24, 2019

Jeeperz said:
You are wrong. 220 appliances only operate on 220 it would be no different than unplugging a hot 110 appliance. If it were say a ballast that is 110/220 it wouldn't matter. If there were some sort of backfired, how ever that would happen, it wouldn't matter unless you grab the outlet terminal, which will shock you with a normal 110. The only reason it's not code is it's an extension cord, they are UL listed, or were. If they are still available.

It depends on the load plugged into it what would happen dropping one of the hot legs...
And yes that is what I said-if you unplugged the dead leg 110v Male plug those terminals could be back fed from the remaining live terminal.

Again-ive never seen one of these cords yoi are describing but i cant imagine them being legal in the US considering they could kill someone.

To the OP-i highly dont recommend doing anything like this. It's much safer to run yourself a dedicated 220v line.

Jeeperz · Nov 24, 2019

They are legal in the U.S. Not, common, but legal. They come from the indoor garden/hydroponics arena. They do work, are safe, etc... I don't use them as I just run hardwired sub panels(MC cable)with remote outlets to bypass the power issue.

MikeyLikesit · Nov 24, 2019

So for the Schego 200w Heater and the Schego controller.. Can I use:
A: Plug Adapter
Or
B: Step up/down converter

from what I read, the plug adapters do not fail nearly as much as the converters.