Hikoki Japan Battery Charger question

[dclark2171]

Hello, My Hikoki Cordless Impact drill came from Japan. Like a dummy, I was not thinking about the power differences and purchased the kit which comes with two batteeries , charger and case. Anyway, I know I can go to lowes and get the Metabo HPT charger. The Japan Batteries are identical worldwide. HOWEVER, before I go get a new charger, is there some kind of small device I can plug the charger into that will convert the voltage to US. I know there are expensive power converters for larger and more powerful equipment, however, those would cost more than a new charger.

Thanks for advice

 

[cmandp]

Most AC to DC power supplies will work on worldwide voltages and frequencies. As in 100-240V, 50-60Hz.

See what is says it will accept for input voltage and frequency.

Heck I don't think you even need an adapter, Japan uses the same plug as the US.

 

[mike93lx]

Most AC to DC power supplies will work on worldwide voltages and frequencies. As in 100-240V, 50-60Hz.

See what is says it will accept for input voltage and frequency.

Heck I don't think you even need an adapter, Japan uses the same plug as the US.

That was my first thought, too, but I just checked Dewalt 20v and a Milwaukee m12 chargers and both are 120v 60hz. Maybe the Hitachi will be different. Easy to check, though

 

[dclark2171]

That was my first thought, too, but I just checked Dewalt 20v and a Milwaukee m12 chargers and both are 120v 60hz. Maybe the Hitachi will be different. Easy to check, though

I’ll have to look on the bottom

 

[Jeff]

US-Japan have compatible electric appliances. No adapter needed.

 

[mike93lx]

US-Japan have compatible electric appliances. No adapter needed.

Japan is 100v/200v and a mix of 50 and 60hz

 

[Jeff]

Japan is 100v/200v and a mix of 50 and 60hz

Tip 2: Electronics from North America work in Japan without a converter. The difference between Japan’s 100V and North America’s 110/120V standard is nominal, so you will have no problem using your electronics in Japan. However, you might have trouble plugging it into a Japanese socket, which brings us to our next tip.

Electricity in Japan: What You Need to Know

The Japanese electrical standard is 100V and uses a two prong plug. Here are some other things you should know about electricity in Japan.

voyapon.com

 

[mike93lx]

Tip 2: Electronics from North America work in Japan without a converter. The difference between Japan’s 100V and North America’s 110/120V standard is nominal, so you will have no problem using your electronics in Japan. However, you might have trouble plugging it into a Japanese socket, which brings us to our next tip.

Electricity in Japan: What You Need to Know

The Japanese electrical standard is 100V and uses a two prong plug. Here are some other things you should know about electricity in Japan.

voyapon.com

If my appliance doesn't show a range of 100-120, I wouldn't plug it in, but you can.

A 17% drop in voltage is not insignificant

 

[KnurledNut]

Could always induce voltage drop powering it off of multiple extension cords. What's it pulling? 1-2A?

 

[dclark2171]

Over on the Hikoki Facebook group, everyone says the voltage difference is so small that the Battery charger is safe to run and full functional. One said over time (years), the charger may go bad sooner than a US charger. I'm still going to get a Metabo charger because I plan on buying more Hikoki tools. The 4 battery charger is probably what I will purchase.

 

[tarbellb]

Let's see these exotic tools!

Hikoki's tool offerings from Japan are impressive

 

[dnschmidt]

Hikoki's reputation world wide is quite good. Why did those assholes decide to make it Metabo HPT in America. They took a well respected worldwide child and turned it into a *******. Leave Metabo Metabo and Hikoki Hikoki why did they have to cross breed?

 

[Wamsutta]

Having more voltage than necessary is a good thing. Same as having more water pressure than you need.

However when it comes to electricity, having less voltage than you need can be hazardous to your appliance.

 

[KnurledNut]

Having more voltage than necessary is a good thing. Same as having more water pressure than you need.

However when it comes to electricity, having less voltage than you need can be hazardous to your appliance.

NEC allows +/- 5% of 120v. The farthest outlet in a building could be as low as 114v and still meet code. The highest i’ve personally seen testing an outlet was 130v.
Having too high of water pressure (above 80psi) isnt good and can cause all kinds of problems.

 

[Wamsutta]

NEC allows +/- 5% of 120v. The farthest outlet in a building could be as low as 114v and still meet code. The highest i’ve personally seen testing an outlet was 130v.
Having too high of water pressure (above 80psi) isnt good and can cause all kinds of problems.

At least with electricity you don't have to worry about springing leaks.

 

[dclark2171]

I've had the Hikoki Charger on for a few days...works normally...no issues so far