Browse All Voltage & Frequency Converters, Transformers, and Accessories

Voltage transformers adjust the voltage level (e.g., from 230 V down to 110 V), protecting your devices from overvoltage
damage.

Frequency converters ensure that the electrical frequency (50 Hz vs. 60 Hz) matches what your device was built for.

A voltage transformer only changes the voltage, while a frequency converter changes both voltage and frequency.

If your equipment label shows it supports both 50/60 Hz, you usually only need a transformer to match the voltage. If it specifies a single frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz only), then you will need a frequency converter to run it properly.

Always check the rating plate on your device to determine which solution is required.

Because so many devices, from washing machines and CPAP
Machines to audio equipment, kitchen appliances, and tools all rely on precise
timing or motor speed governed by the mains frequency. Run a 60 Hz-designed
motor or compressor at 50 Hz, and it will spin slower, draw more current,
overheat, or fail altogether. Read more about Why Frequency Matters topic.

Running a 50 Hz motor on a 60 Hz supply will make it run
about 20% faster. This can cause extra heat, vibration, and reduced torque
depending on the design. Some motors are built for both 50/60 Hz and will work
safely, while others may wear out quickly or fail.

To ensure proper performance and protect your equipment, we
recommend using a PowerXchanger frequency converter.

Yes, that’s exactly what PowerXchanger is designed to do. It converts both the voltage and the frequency so your 50 Hz European equipment can run reliably on U.S. 60 Hz power at industrial and factory sites.

This ensures motors, tools, and sensitive electronics operate at their intended speed and performance. Always confirm the voltage and power rating of your equipment to choose the right PowerXchanger model.

Continuous operation means a converter is designed to run at its rated power output 24 hours per day without overheating, degrading, or shutting down.

Many low-cost transformers/converters online are:

• Designed for short bursts
• Rated using peak power numbers (not real continuous load)
• Not built for all-day operation

True continuous-duty converters:

• Use industrial-grade internal components
• Have proper thermal management
• Maintain stable voltage and frequency under load
• Provide long-term reliability

This is critical for:

• Audio systems
• Medical equipment
• Laboratory devices
• Commercial appliances
• Long laundry cycles
• Industrial machinery

PowerXchanger converters are engineered for real-world, sustained use.

In-rush surge capacity refers to the large burst of power required when certain devices first start up.

Motors and compressors can draw:

• 2x to 7x their rated running wattage
• For a fraction of a second at startup

For example:

• A 1,500W washing machine motor may require 4,000–6,000W at startup.
• A refrigerator compressor may spike 3–5x its running load.

If a converter cannot handle this surge:

• It may shut down
• It may trip protection
• It may fail permanently
• Your equipment may not start

PowerXchanger units are engineered with high in-rush surge capacity specifically to handle:

• Motors
• Compressors
• Laundry equipment
• Audio amplifiers
• Medical devices

This is one of the biggest differences between low-cost converters and industrial-grade continuous duty systems.

A voltage transformer only changes voltage. It does not change frequency.

A transformer:

• Steps 220V down to 120V (or vice versa)
• Does NOT regenerate power
• Does NOT convert 50Hz to 60Hz
• Does NOT correct waveform distortion
• Is essentially a passive copper coil device

A true voltage and frequency converter:

• Converts AC → DC → back to AC
• Regenerates a brand-new pure sine wave
• Changes 50Hz ↔ 60Hz
• Regulates output voltage
• Includes protection circuitry
• Handles in-rush surge loads
• Is engineered for continuous duty

This requires:

• Advanced power electronics
• High-capacity heat management
• Precision frequency control circuitry
• Industrial-grade components
• Extensive testing and burn-in processes

That is why industrial voltage and frequency converters cost significantly more than simple transformers.

You are not just buying voltage conversion — you are buying:

• Frequency correction
• Clean regenerated power
• Protection for expensive equipment
• Long-term reliability
• Engineering built for serious applications