Originally Posted by
Mike Gresham
So ~ that back in the 50's electrical devices came labeled 110-120 or in some cases 115. The grid seems to be a little more robust these days.
Mike
They still do. You can go to any big box store and find duplex receptacles, devices, and enclosures that are stamped for 115vac.
For info general information;
106 vac, wide spread distribution reference, would be the threshold of what is known as "Degraded Lines", and your utility company would begin breaking out their " Brownout" procedures.
Last edited by Mike Cutler; 08-17-2015 at 8:42 AM.
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