When comparing 110v with 220v wiring, you have remember they both essentially do the same thing.
They supply power to electrical outlets. 220v wiring uses less current than 110v wiring.
Power is measured in watts. Thus, to achieve 900 watts of power, 4.1 amps would be required with 220v wiring, whereas approximately 8.2 amps would be required with 110v wiring.
Fatal Shocks Can Happen At Both 110v and 220v
While both high amperage and voltage can pose danger such as electric shock, the amount of amperage required for a fatal shock can be as little as 80mA. Meaning, higher current can be more dangerous than higher voltage; however, since voltage and amperage are directly proportional, 110v wiring is usually considered safer to work with because it uses fewer volts and as such can only carry half as much current as 220v wiring.
Although it’s true that 220v requires less current to provide the same amount of power, it can still carry much more current and poses a higher risk of serious. A licensed (License C-10 892870) and insured (Liability and W.C Insurance) electrician will know everything to keep hazards under control when installing the kind of wiring required. For more information, give USA Electric a call. (800) 956-9737 Your trusted Los Angeles electrician.
