My Jetstream JTPS31MB can switched between 120 and 240. I would expect that
most modern power supplies will have this ability. What you will need is a
receptacle adapter. Amazon has a bountiful selection.

Seven Three,

Michael - K5WRN
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On Sun, Feb 21, 2016 at 7:49 AM, Michael Monsour via BVARC <[email protected]>
wrote:

> This is an interesting question...
> For 35 years I worked on equipment made in Australia and later France
> For a transformer made for 60Hz operation and using it on 50Hz  the output
> will be approximately 80%
> A 50Hz transformer will see a voltage increase of approximately 120% using
> 60 Hz. Which is what I experienced on Australian built equipment.
> On Astron *linear* power supplies the voltage spec does not say anything
> about frequency.
>
> Before purchasing anything , one needs to see what the factory spec says.
> M Monsour AC0TX
>
> On Sun, Feb 21, 2016 at 2:16 AM, Jon Noxon via BVARC <[email protected]>
> wrote:
>
>> Elecraft now sells the PowerWerx switcher after recommending them to any
>> who asked (I did when I ordered my K3), which has switched adjustment for
>> 120/240 V input. Line Frequency is not relevant. This is an RF quiet PS and
>> uses the IEC power cord which you would get locally (standard desktop
>> computer power cable). The PS is available from the usual sources. Mine is
>> the one with the meters, but they are not really needed. I've owned it for
>> almost three years without a hint of trouble.
>>
>> An equivalent linear PS will be much larger and heavier. See
>> http://www.powerwerx.com/power-supplies/powerwerx-30-amp-desktop-switching-power-supply-powerpoles.html
>>
>> Jon KF5TFJ
>>
>> On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 11:23 PM, Scott Mckee via BVARC <[email protected]>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Kevin,
>>>
>>> I lived in Germany 1989-91. I didn't find any problems using appropriate
>>> voltage transformers.  Many power supplies now have a wide input range so
>>> you only need to get the correct plug for that area. The frequency
>>> difference might cause a problem with some time based devices.  Have a
>>> great trip!
>>>
>>> Scott, nt5sm
>>>
>>>
>>> On Feb 20, 2016, at 22:31, Kevin Thornsberry via BVARC <[email protected]>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I would like to find a power supply for overseas use (Angola).  Voltage
>>> there is 220v 50 Hz.  I will have a step down transformer which will drop
>>> the line voltage to 110v but I believe it will still be at 50 Hz.  Will
>>> this be an issue for most power supplies built for use in the US (110v 60
>>> Hz)?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thanks.
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>>
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>>>
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>>>
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