Nightlight

I would like to send a seashell nightlight to a friend in Japan. Will there
be a problem with the US 15 watt bulb and high Japanese voltage?
Converting the plug is not a problem.

Thanks

On Tue, 23 Dec 2003 02:51:47 GMT, the renowned "Lumpy"
wrote:

I would like to send a seashell nightlight to a friend in Japan. Will there
be a problem with the US 15 watt bulb and high Japanese voltage?

Japanese voltage is *low* compared to US/Canada voltage, about 100VAC
and either 50Hz or 60Hz depending on the part of Japan (which won't
matter). The bulb will work okay and last a very long time.

Converting the plug is not a problem.

A standard two US/Canada-style 2-blade AC plug will work. I don't know
if they can use polarized plugs (the kind with one blade wider than
the other) or not.- it's possible that type wouldn't fit.

Best regards,
Spehro Pefhany
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