
. : Woodworkers Guild of America logo SVG What can I help you find Videos Live Resources Shop Sign In What can I help you find Cart 120-Volt vs . 240-Volt in the Wood Shop September 21, 2022 By Charlie Kocourek filed under Blog There is a lot of confusion around the pros and cons between 120 volts and 240 volts in the wood shop . The reason for this is that electricity can be a very , very complicated subject Fortunately , for woodworkers , it doesnâ t have to be complicated at all . This article is not about industrial applications , three-phase power , line losses , motor efficiency , or any minute differences between these two options . My intention is only to offer sound , practical advice as it applies to the average home wood shop . I see lots of different voltage numbers , whatâ s