Step down 220v AC to 110v AC

Is there a way to step down 220v AC down to 110v AC without using a step-down transformer?

I'm looking at a small electronic way to step down 220v AC for some sound systems I bought from Japan.

I'm in Singapore where the mains voltage is 220v AC 50Hz.

by hermanvsin
August 19, 2022

2 Answers

Answer by Foxx

What is your objection to a 220 to 110 volt stepdown transformer? It's about the most fool proof system you can get, is not particularly expensive and also gives you ground isolation which may or may not be significant for safety in your system. I've used it a few times and as far as I'm concerned is the way to go.

+1 vote
by Foxx
September 11, 2022

I am looking for a less bulky solution.

by hermanvsin
September 12, 2022

Answer by Zilliquister

Hi

You should try this :

https://makingcircuits.com/blog/solid-state-220v-to-110v-converter-circuit/

This should do the trick for you.

+1 vote
by Zilliquister
September 16, 2022

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