Conversions
American RVs and appliances work on 110V, 60Hz systems, so some form of conversion to 230V, 50Hz will be necessary to run your air conditioning unit, microwave and fridge while in the UK and Europe on an electric hook up.
LAS can add a separate 230V circuit to the interior of your RV, so you can use your English portable appliances, and then adapt the generator to use both 110V and 230V systems as necessary. In addition, to ensure your complete safety while the RV is in motion, we only use flexible cabling for ou3 circuits, not rigid.
Although most American TVs will work on a 110V transformer they might not accept the European 50Hz. Some of the newer generation flat screens can adapted, but you still might not be able to get a picture, as UK and European terrestrial broadcast standard is PAL, not NTSC. LAS can advise you on the best method of ensuring you receive a good picture while you travel.
One final note, those appliances with an internal clocks, such as videos, DVD players and microwaves will run at different speeds on a 50Hz circuit. So if you try to tape your favourite programme without success or keep burning your dinner, that’s probably the cause!
If you live, work or travel in a vehicle up to 12 metres long and weighing 8.5 tonnes, suddenly petrol consumption and economy becomes extremely important. At up to £290 for a tank of petrol, it’s no wonder many RV owners are looking to avoid the sudden apprehension that accompanies ‘filling up’ and are now choosing to switch to alternative, cheaper sources of fuel like Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG).
LAS is a Liquid Petroleum Gas Association (LPGA) member and we specialise in converting petrol RVs to LPG. Adding a second, independent fuel system offers a large number of benefits including:
- Cheaper fuel bills
- Increased engine life
- Lower maintenance costs
- Less engine wear when cold
- Quieter running
- Reduced harmful emissions
As the Royal Family, the Prime Minister and the US president can testify, nothing else will do when it comes to saving money and the environment!