Model 2-240 running 120?

[Buddyfonteyne]

So I have heard some things about under powering a siren.. If I were to run my siren at half voltage (120V) what damage could this do to it? I'm just debating on running 240 if I ever put it up somewhere.

Thanks!!

[3t22]

Running a 2-220 on 110 will not hurt it. I've ran my 2t on 110 many times, and it's still going strong over 10 years later. If it were a larger siren, anything past a very brief growl could fry the motor.

[Buddyfonteyne]

Thanks! It would keep the cost down if I used 110.. Its not like I'm using it everyday anyway.

[Trey]

The Model 2 uses a very forgiving motor. I believe it is a universal series. I remember a video some years ago of Adam Smith growling/revving up his Model 2 with a 12V battery. It wasn't full blast of course, but it was decent considering they're designed for AC power at higher voltages.

[CDV777-1]

A Thunderbolt is a model 2-240 with a transformer so it can be run on a variety of voltages to vary the pitch. If there was a problem with running it on lower voltages a Thunderbolt wouldn't be set up that way.

[Buddyfonteyne]

So if I were to wire it on a pole for 110, I could use it with no worries at all?

[Trey]

Pretty well. Chopper setting 1 on a T-bolt RCM is 120V if I'm not mistaken.

[Buddyfonteyne]

Ahhh. That's awesome!

[Archon]

Series Wound Motor will run on any voltage to it stated limit on AC or DC. 25HZ to 60HZ. IN fact it runs better on DC.