superdan50

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i need a heating element for a project im workin on. it needs to be a 110v so i can just plug it in. i would like to use an oven heating element, because the size of it works well for my layout. the problem is that they are all rated for 220v. i have considered using an element out of an electric grill, but due to the size i would need 2.

the benefits to me in using an oven element is temp regulation, ease of install, simplicity of setup, cost and availability.

so my question is this, can i wire up a 220v element to 110v line and it work?
my intentions are to wire it through one of the **** style dimmer switches. let me know if this would work as well.

zeeshan

iTrader: (14)

if you take just the heating element out of the stove, you can wire it with 110v. its just a resistor, so p=v^2/r, meaning youll just get less heat. about varying the heat, you need to post a pic or diagram of the controls

tmiked

It wont get very hot.

I doubt you can find a dimmer switch that can handle that much current.
You could use a variable transformer.

tpham858

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try using a heater from a toaster oven, they're all 110V and they should get hot enough. not a toaster, a toaster oven.