Tanning Beds

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iwire said:
You can't, the NEC does not specifically address tanning beds.

What are you trying to find out?
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I trying to find out if there are any specifics on the wiring and or protective devices.
 
I have installed several tanning bed and all most all of the manufactures require a buck and boost transformer to keep the voltage constant to the bed
 
We recently re-hooked up a tanning bed that had one of those transformers attached. Couldn't figure out why it was there, manufacturer out of business, no docs on the thing at all, and it was missing some control pieces. (we figured the previous install location just had the wrong voltage)

Hooked it up without the buck-boost transformer and it's still working fine... go figure...

Now I know why it was there, and knowing is half the battle...
 
nolangro said:
I have installed several tanning bed and all most all of the manufactures require a buck and boost transformer to keep the voltage constant to the bed
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Buck boost transformers do not keep the voltage constant, they are not voltage regulators.

All a buck boost does is either raise or lower the voltage that is supplied to it.

If the supply voltage varies the output of the buck boost will vary as well.
 
iwire said:
Buck boost transformers do not keep the voltage constant, they are not voltage regulators.

All a buck boost does is either raise or lower the voltage that is supplied to it.

If the supply voltage varies the output of the buck boost will vary as well.
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you are correct, I should not have said constant

These are mainly used in salons where the incoming voltages are 206-210VAC, but also for home systems where the voltage exceeds 240VAC. You MUST first measure your own incoming voltage using a digital volt meter to insure you get the right type of buck or boost for your application. Every building is different.

Most salons that have 208V/3 Phase service use the +24V or the +16V versions. Most home tanning bed owners that need one use the -12V versions, but you need to test and verify your own system.

The reason you use a buckboost transformer is simply to get the power coming into your home or business within the tolorances of the tanning bed. The reason that you need one is two fold: Most businesses have 208V service while most homes have 240V service. Most tanning bed ballasts are made in Europe where 220V-230V is the norm
 
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