Product Details
- Brand: VCT
- Dimensions: 9.00" h x
11.00" w x
15.00" l,
39.00 pounds
Features
- 3000 Watt Maximum Capacity, heavy-duty continuous use transformer
- Unit shuts off automatically when input voltage is out of range
- Unit resets automatically when input voltage is back in safe range
- Converts 110/120 Volt up to 220/240 Volt OR Converts 220/240 Volt down to 110/120 Volt.Built-in circuit breaker for manual restart. No need to replace fuses.
- 4 outlets on rear of unit. 2 are 220 volt and 2 are 110 volt. (outlets accept 3 or 2 prong US plugs and 2 prong Euro/Asian plugs)
Product Description
3000 Watt Maximum Capacity, heavy-duty continuous use transformer
On/Off switch with indicator lamp, integrated automatic protection circuit
Analog meter on front of unit measures exact input voltage
Unit shuts off automatically when input voltage is out of range
Unit resets automatically when input voltage is back in safe range
Converts 110/120 Volt up to 220/240 Volt OR Converts 220/240 Volt down to 110/120 Volt
4 outlets on rear of unit. 2 are 220 volt and 2 are 110 volt. (outlets accept 3 or 2 prong US plugs and 2 prong Euro/Asian plugs)
Insulated power cord is hard wired with a European Shucko plug also good for Asian outlets
Comes with 2 prong USA plug to enable non-grounded use in the USA, Canada and Mexico (grounded 3 prong US adapter also available -Item No. VP 13)
Easy to carry with attached handle, heavy-duty metal casing
Built-in circuit breaker for manual restart. No need to replace fuses.
Weight: 41 lbs
Dimensions(LxBxH): 15" x 11" x 9"
Transformer Purchase Guide:
Remember to leave at least a 80%-100% slack for the transformer. For the TVs, the power surge margin is 5 times the wattage of the TV. Heating appliances, laser printers and power tools spike when you turn them on. For these products you need to buy a transformer that is at least 3 times the items capacity.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Avoid - Simply does not function as advertised - Overheats & shuts down after 4 hours on 240 volts
By M. Mason
Unfortunately, I own four Simran 110 V - 220/240 V "deluxe" step up / step down voltage stabilizer converters, all purchased through Voltage-Converter-Transformer ("VCT")--two of them rated at 3000 watts (this product), and two of them rated at 500 watts. I was hoping to use the converters in the UK (240 volt, 50 hertz power) for a few appliances that only run on US voltage (110-120 volt) and was particularly influenced by vct's description of the product online, "heavy-duty continuous use transformer." I was also drawn to the product's ability to handle significant fluctuations in input voltage. Prior to buying, I called the company's sales line to confirm that these "deluxe" transformers could be used continuously on 240 volt power, and, of course, the woman who answered assured me that they would!I note that VCT was polite and professional in taking and fulfilling my orders. The product arrived in good time and in good shape, and the boxes were packed in an acceptably - but not overly - careful manner and had not been damaged in transport. Note that the 3000 watt transformers weigh over 40 pounds each!On the positive side, the transformers have a pleasing, straighforward industrial design. The carrying strap is attached to the cabinet housing using sturdy materials, and the input and output sockets are well placed and properly labeled. Like any transformer, these units are very heavy.In my experience, however, these transformers really disappoint as their performance is nowhere near that described on amazon.com or on VCT's website. I've tried all four of my units with varying electrical loads (but never more than 1/5 of the maximum wattage rating, and never with appliances or electronics that use motors or have high initial power drain) under continuous use in a home (i.e., not commercial/industrial) setting using 240VAC input. Sadly, in every case, each of the units overheats and shuts itself down within 3-4 hours. While I am pleased that the units did not cause any damage to my equipment, I cannot in good faith recommend that people buy the Simran deluxe voltage stabilizers for continuous use with 240VAC. Perhaps with 220V input, the results would be different, though that is not how they are advertised. Certainly, if the units are used for only 5-10 minutes at a time, the risk of overheating is greatly reduced. It is not clear whether the overheating problem is a design flaw or a manufacturing defect. I suspect the former as, with a total of four units and two different wattage ratings, the probability of "achieving" manufacturing defects in all four units should be fairly low.Whatever the cause, at 240 volts input, the units simply do not function as advertised. I will be contacting the vendor shortly to determine whether they will take them back and on what terms. I wonder if the company marketing the converters, VCT, has ever tested them on 240 volts.In conclusion:* The exterior design is appealing and simple to understand the input, output, switches, and meter. The carrying strap is well attached to the cabinet.* The unit comes with extra fuses and a plug adapter to allow the unit to be used with a standard two-prong US socket (instead of the two prong "Schucko" type plug, sometimes called "Type F," used commonly in Germany). For use elsewhere, e.g., particularly the UK, Ireland, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc., etc., you'll need to buy a separate adapter (e.g., in the case of these countries, BS 1363, sometimes called "Type G").* The unit simply does not work as advertised. Under very typical operating conditions, none of my four units can function for more than 4 hours while stepping power down from 240 volts to 120 volts. Therefore, it is impossible to recommend this product.* Buyers are better to look at alternative products if the primary purpose is to use the transformer with 240 volt input on a continuous basis. For example, in the UK, Maplin sell small step down (only) converters up to 300 watts--the cost is 2-3 times what you would pay in the States, but they do work. I have two of these (300 watts) and have not had any trouble continously powering small home electronics and the like.Hope this helps!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Almost everything it advertises to be
By Take a Louie at Texas
I bought this exact model (3000 watt, step up/step down with stabilizer), although there are a few different makers of it, and is basically the same transformer. I have waited in writing this review for 6 months or so to make sure it worked well, was reliable, etc. I am happy to report, it delivers reliable electricity, has not damaged any equipment (and I have some sensitive equipment connected), and has been relatively trouble free.I say relatively. One thing to point out, is that many of these say "circuit breaker" equipped, including mine. However, mine was shipped with a fuse (and some spares). If you are contemplating between a fused one and a circuit breaker one, be aware that by "circuit breaker" they may not mean a toggle switch, resettable TRUE circuit breaker. I wanted one with a real circuit breaker, but this is of minor concern overall.The other thing to note is that you need to watch for and understand what you are connecting to it. Do the wattage count of what you intend to use and apply the multiplier they suggest. Also, I have had very nice power strips 'fight' with the transformer. This is due to some varistors (variable resistors) and how they are connected across the hot, netural, and ground. This caused my transformer to think there was a ground fault, and the relays kicked in to try to protect everything (at the least it proved they worked...). If this happens, go get a more basic power strip and it should fix the problem.Otherwise, it has performed very well, with hours of use, and no overheating. As with anything with this much power, and potential heat, that is made in China, I would never leave it plugged in unattended. Plug it in only when you need use, and unplug when you don't.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.Best available voltage regulators
By MH
I live and work overseas, frequently in places with very poor power utility infrastructure. I've tried many different brands over the years and these are the best. They have outlets for both 110 and 220, the automatic circuit breaker works well, and there is fuse protection just in case. Also, unlike every other brand I've tried, the housing is sturdily built and very compact.On the down side, the power lamps have a tendency to fail over time as do the meters, which aren't particularly useful anyway, other than to let you know the device is powered up. Also, they are more sensitive to over voltage conditions than some other brands I've used and will shut themselves off until the voltage drops within range, which appears to be ~245 volts max.
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