Using a device made for 60Hz on 50Hz?

Hello,
I have a RF generator which is made for 230v 60Hz, and I would like to know if it safely can be used on 230v 50Hz? Or if not, can I use a motor VFD to make 60Hz from 50Hz?

multiport said:

Hello,
I have a RF generator which is made for 230v 60Hz, and I would like to know if it safely can be used on 230v 50Hz? Or if not, can I use a motor VFD to make 60Hz from 50Hz?

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hi,
The mains transformer will run a little hotter by about 14%, the DC smoothing will not be as effective at 50Hz as it would be at 60Hz.

In my experience of running 60Hz devices at 50Hz they are OK.

Just monitor the RF generator transformer for the first hour.

E.