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What is an item below 100 bucks that everyone should own?

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Robertej92@lemmy.world
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Yeah sorry I meant to say I know I’ve seen it mentioned as a factor before, didn’t know whether it’s actually true or not. If that’s not a factor, get on it Murica.

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cogman@lemmy.world
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Voltage * Amps tells you how fast the water will boil. So lower voltage can be fixed with higher amps.

The UK runs at 230V and 13A, ~3kW max. The US is typically at 120V and 15A, 1.8kW max. Though 20A circuits exist, 2.4kW.

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lemmefixdat4u@lemmy.world
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But US kettles are 1800W or less. Doesn’t matter what the circuit can support. Have a 240V plug wired from your oven or range circuit, then buy the UK version.

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GreyEyedGhost@lemmy.ca
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In Canada, the building code requires 20A sockets in kitchens. Obviously this only impacts new construction.

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