240v domino with 110v vac

[Connorsy]

Hi all,
I picked up a new domino xl at the weekend and only realised when I got home it was 240v. Turns out that 110 v is not available for the xl. Trouble is all my other tools are UK spec 110v including my vac. Any thoughts on plugging in a 240 machine into my 110v vac??
Thanks a lot in advance !!
Dave.

 

[Holmz]

Assuming you are serious, then put the vacuum hose onto the machine.
Plug the domino into a 230v outlet.
Turn the vacuum to manual on.
Use the Domino.
When done turn off the vacuum.

 

[Rick Christopherson]

I'm in a similar situation as you, in that I have a 240 volt Kapex, but I am in the U.S. and all of my vacs are 120 volts. However, because I am an electrical engineer, I was able to modify my dedicated CT-Mini, plus some external wiring to trigger the vac. Unfortunately, that process is far too complex for most other people to even contemplate.

Your best solution would be to get a Maxsys remote control for your vac. This would allow you to trigger your vac remotely, regardless which tool you used. You can learn more from the link in my signature.

 

[Holmz]

Best solution might be return it for a 230v, or get a 230v vac.
But I like 230v tools.

The remote is a good idea, but his many mortices does one make? In the near term just manually switch it.

 

[Connorsy]

Thanks for the feedback!
You're right to assume I am serious.  [smile]
Manually switching the vac on had crossed my mind, but I am looking at how get the auto function working.
I have so many 110 tools that I run off my vac I dont want swap for a new 240 festool vac.

I'll look into the switch idea - thanks Rick for the link!
Thanks both for responding !!

Cheers,
Dave.

 

[dalep]

You wont be able to safely get the autostart to work ,Ricks remote product is the answer, I have one on both of my vacs and its a godsend

Dale