ampacity
ampacity · ampacities
The root mean square of the electrical current which a device can carry within a…The root mean square of the electrical current which a device (usually a wire) can carry within a specific environment (including temperature rating, power loss, heat dissipation, etc.) It is measured in amperes (amps) and is most often used to rate electrical wires and cables.
/æmˈpæsɪti/
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)The root mean square of the electrical current which a device (usually a wire) can carry within a specific environment (including temperature rating, power loss, heat dissipation, etc.) It is measured in amperes (amps) and is most often used to rate electrical wires and cables.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
Blend of ampere + capacity.Blend of ampere + capacity.
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Forms
plural: ampacities| Singular | ampacity |
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable