hot components
[/hɑt ˈkɑmpənənts/]
nounpl: hot components
componentes quentes
1. Electrical or mechanical parts that are actively energized, operating at high temperatures, or potentially dangerous due to electrical current
Technicians must wear protective gear when working with hot components in the equipment.
Os técnicos devem usar equipamento de proteção ao trabalhar com componentes quentes do equipamento.
2. In electronics and computing, active parts of a system that are currently powered and operational
The hot components of the server are monitored continuously to prevent overheating.
Os componentes quentes do servidor são monitorados continuamente para evitar superaquecimento.
3. Parts of a system that can be replaced or added without shutting down the entire system (hot-swappable components)
Modern data centers use hot components that allow upgrades without service interruption.
Os modernos centros de dados usam componentes quentes que permitem atualizações sem interrupção de serviço.
This term is primarily used in industrial, technical, and safety contexts in both Brazilian and American English. It's commonly found in equipment manuals, safety warnings, and technical documentation. In Brazil, the term 'componentes quentes' is essential in occupational safety training (NR - Normas Regulamentadoras) and electrical safety courses.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep away from hot components
handle with care - hot components
do not touch hot components
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