fusible metal

[/ˈfjuːzəbəl ˈmɛtəl/]
nounpl: fusible metals
metal fusível
1. A metallic alloy with a low melting point, typically below 200°C, used in safety devices, soldering, and thermal applications
The sprinkler system uses a fusible metal link that melts when exposed to high heat.
O sistema de chuveiros usa um elo de metal fusível que derrete quando exposto ao calor intenso.
2. An alloy composed of metals such as bismuth, lead, tin, and cadmium, designed to melt at specific predetermined temperatures
Fusible metals are commonly used in fire safety devices and automatic shut-off mechanisms.
Metais fusíveis são comumente usados em dispositivos de segurança contra incêndios e mecanismos de desligamento automático.
Fusible metals are technical components primarily used in industrial, safety, and engineering applications. The term is standardized across Portuguese-speaking countries and is not subject to colloquial variation. Understanding fusible metals is important in Brazil and Portugal for fire safety compliance, particularly in commercial buildings and modern safety systems.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
low-melting alloyfusible alloythermal fuse metaleasy-melting metal
Antonyms / Antônimos
refractory metalhigh-temperature alloy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
metal fusível
Standard term used in technical and industrial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
metal fusível
No significant regional variation
São Paulo
metal fusível
Common in industrial and engineering documentation
Portugal
metal fusível
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in technical specifications

Related Words

soldermelting pointthermal fusesprinkler systemalloy compositionfire suppression
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