Lamp Changing

Can I use a 110v lamp from the USA in Australia 240v, by changing the plug. As there is no motor just wires?

Other than the fact that product was rated and tested ONLY for 120 volts, it should work just fine. Usually, the zip cords are rated to 600 volts. Most of the parts also should be OK at least to 240 volts, perhaps more.

However, I would personally NOT do it. I would purchase products rated and tested for the voltage required.

I do not know about Australian laws, but in US, almost all electrical products are UL rated. If something should happen to your lamp and cause fire or personal damage, regardless of if the fault was due to over-voltage or not, you may incur additional liability (read insurance won’t be paid).

It’s just not smart thing to do.

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Increasingly, consumers want to enjoy cinema-like watching at home to opt for a home theater projector. These devices allow users to watch his show in a dark room without the size restrictions of a television screen. However, like most owners, will attest, there is little significant maintenance costs associated with this type of building, the expense of the lamp.

Lamp on a projector is said to be between 2,500 and 4,000 hours, but some consumers have reported a lamp life as short as a few hundred hours. With the replacement of the lamp at a price a few hundred dollars, the lowest life expectancy of the lamp may be an unpleasant surprise. Buyers should take heart though, because there are numerous things they can do to help ensure your lamp burning brightly for as long as possible.

• Keep the projector to sleep when possible. The filament lamp is fragile and is especially vulnerable to damage when it is warm, thus preventing any pushing, especially when the unit is still warm, is important.

• Keep hands away from the lamp. The hands can Leave oil on the surface. The oils may be burned on the surface lamp that can cause cracks. The use of a tissue or soft cloth to remove / replace the lamp is wise.

• Turn off the light right.
Turn the lamp or about 5 minutes before turning off the projector. This allows the fan to cool the unit.
o Because the turn on and off the stress the filament can be due to a surge voltage is prudent to avoid unnecessary on / off when taking a short break in sight. The use of start "soft" function may be beneficial if the projector has.
o On the other hand, a spare car feature can be useful to ensure that the lamp not inadvertently left burning when I watch.

• Keep clean and fresh. Projectors should be housed to ensure they are not near a heat source and have adequate ventilation. There should be nothing obstructing their air intake or exhaust air. The filter should be cleaned every 3-6 months and has changed the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure good air circulation and to keep dust out of the lamp.

As with any light source, the light within the projector will fail future and need replacement. However, the proper use and maintenance can help ensure that the projector lamp will realize its full life expectancy Instead of placing any unnecessary burden on the budget of the owner.

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