CICS 220V used on a 110V power

[IT222]

I have a CICS 220V. When I use a standard 110V on this unit it works fine. Does anyone know if I am doing any damage to the unit by using the 110V opposed to the 220 volt. Thanks in advance.

 

[senk1s]

if it is not a universal auto ranging power supply, then dont use it -> if it is strictly 220V then yes you are straining the electronics there

(ive used a cics which is autoranging)

 

[telemarv]

Components in the 220 P/S are designed to handled lower current needs than in the 110 version. P/S will overheat. Also this supply is not UL or CSA approved for operation in North America. If it causes a fire insurance will not cover damages. UNPLUG IT NOW!!!!!

 

[exsmogger]

If this CICS is actually designed for 220V operation I'm surprised that it even powers on. Maybe the label says 220V, but someone swapped out the power supply with a 110V?

Brian Cox

http://www.jandjcommunications.com

 

[jerryreeve]

I think Brian has it. when I was working overseas on of the signs someone had plugged their 220 sterio into the wrong power was lights barly seen and the electronics just not working.

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JerryReeve
Communications Systems Int'l
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