Adapter for foreign cord cap

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fisherelectric

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A customer has a kiln manufactured overseas somewhere(?) that I need to get working for her. Changing the cord is not a good option, so I was hoping to find an adapter. The cord is marked Merlin Gerin 81316 32amps 200/250 volts. Anyone know of a reputable place I could order such a thing from?
 
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KevinVost

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Is the product UL or NRTL listed? A lot of foriegn equipment comes into the US and does not meet our standards. I believe the voltage you listed is not compatable with US distributions. Check your manufactures specs, it may not operate properly on our voltages. I'm not that fimiliar with European systems but I sure someone on the forum is and will be able to help a little more.
 
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Besoeker

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fisherelectric said:
A customer has a kiln manufactured overseas somewhere(?) that I need to get working for her. Changing the cord is not a good option, so I was hoping to find an adapter. The cord is marked Merlin Gerin 81316 32amps 200/250 volts. Anyone know of a reputable place I could order such a thing from?
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You need to look at the rating of the kiln, not the cord.
 
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PetrosA

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Check the specs on the unit. If it's an electronically controlled unit there could be issues with timers or sensors (plus the elements will be getting hotter than the unit expects). There's also the possibility if it has a cord end like you describe that's it's wired for three phase. How many pins are in the cap? Either way, you may need to increase the size of the cord to bring it into compliance with US standards.

If the unit was purchased here, you might be able to get some info from the dealer.
 
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