I’m moving back to Australia from US. Can I use my 60hz tools on their 50hz power. I have power converters?

May 5, 2010 by admin · 3 Comments
Filed under: Maintenance & Repairs 
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Manda asked:

I have drill press, 10″ compound mitre saw, band saw, bench belt sander, router, reciprocating saw, circular, variable speed drill, etc.
I have voltage converters for my tools. Replacement cost will be very high and I could never sell the tools for what they are worth. My concern is whether or not I will have trouble with them running properly on 50hz power when they are rated for 60hz and if it will shorten the life of the tools. Just running a little slower won’t be a problem.

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March 11, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
Filed under: Decorating & Remodeling 
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Lincoln B asked:

I have a really good contractor style tablesaw. Then I have a handheld jigsaw and a 5′ orbital sander a good router table and a few good clamps and a good handheld drill. I am interested in a jointer a planer, drill press, mortiseing machine and everything else but I dont know what would be the next powertool to get, I was thinking the jointer but I am not sure. I am going to be building heavy topped desks and book shelves .

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