current limiter
[/ˈkɜrənt ˈlɪmɪtər/]
nounpl: current limiters
limitador de corrente
1. An electrical device or component that restricts the flow of electric current to a safe maximum level, preventing damage to equipment or circuits
The circuit includes a current limiter to protect the sensitive electronic components from overcurrent.
O circuito inclui um limitador de corrente para proteger os componentes eletrônicos sensíveis de sobrecorrente.
2. A safety mechanism in electrical systems that automatically reduces or cuts off power when current exceeds a predetermined threshold
Modern power supplies use a current limiter to prevent short circuits from damaging the device.
As fontes de alimentação modernas usam um limitador de corrente para evitar que curtos-circuitos danifiquem o dispositivo.
Current limiters are fundamental safety devices in electrical engineering across both Brazilian and American industries. In Brazil, they are commonly found in industrial applications, residential electrical panels, and electronic device manufacturing. In the USA, current limiters are essential in consumer electronics, automotive systems, and power distribution. The term is highly technical and standardized across both Portuguese and English-speaking countries.
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