220v outlet with a 110v switch

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I currently have a 110v air compressor controlled by a 110v switch (on / off)  I am upgrading my compressor to a 220v unit (20 v) and want to be able to turn the new air compressor on / off with a 110v switch.  Can it be done?

Thanks, Terry

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Terry 2016-09-17T16:50:00-04:00 1 Answer 753 views
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  1. Dominick Amorosso
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    2016-09-18T11:38:10-04:00
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    No you can not. For a 220 you’ll need a two pole switch. This way both hot leads get turned off.