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by kragen 2560 days ago
You start caring after a couple of good 120VAC jolts through your torso. You'll probably survive that if it isn't too hot that day, and you don't get unlucky and grab the line. 220VAC, though, better not learn the hard way

Che, no te importa si cuelgo de tu wifi, o sí?

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Didn't feel 120V, but 220V is a weird experience. It's not the spiky puncture of a car's spark plug, it's like a scary wave flowing through you. As cool as deadly. (Kids, don't try at home!)

Oiga! Yo le subo wifi, usted baje unas chelas fresquitas! :p

I’ve been buzzed by 120 quite a few times. Never 220 though. I also got shocked by about 800 volts from a tube radio once, which lit me up pretty good. Fortunately that was pretty low amperage I think.