incorrect component

[ɪnˈkɒrekt kəmˈpoʊnənt]
nounpl: incorrect components
componente incorreto
1. A part or element of a system, machine, or structure that is not functioning properly, installed wrongly, or does not meet specifications
The technician identified an incorrect component in the circuit board that was causing the device to malfunction.
O técnico identificou um componente incorreto na placa de circuito que estava causando a falha do dispositivo.
2. In software or programming, a module or element that does not perform its intended function or contains errors
The developer discovered an incorrect component in the code that prevented the application from running.
O desenvolvedor descobriu um componente incorreto no código que impedia a aplicação de funcionar.
3. In manufacturing or assembly, a defective or wrong part used in production
Quality control rejected the batch due to an incorrect component in the final assembly.
O controle de qualidade rejeitou o lote devido a um componente incorreto na montagem final.
In Brazilian tech and manufacturing industries, identifying 'componentes incorretos' is critical for maintaining quality standards and customer satisfaction. This term is frequently used in quality assurance (QA) departments, tech support, and product recalls. In the USA, similar terminology is used in IT helpdesks and manufacturing sectors. The term reflects the importance of precision and correctness in technical fields across both cultures.
NYC Slang
bad component, busted part, wrong part
Synonyms / Sinônimos
defective componentfaulty componentwrong componentmalfunctioning partdefect
Antonyms / Antônimos
correct componentproper componentfunctioning componentworking part

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
componente incorreto
Standard usage in technical and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
componente errado
More colloquial alternative commonly used
São Paulo
componente defeituoso
Preferred in industrial and technical sectors
Portugal
componente incorreto
European Portuguese uses similar terminology; may also use 'peça defeituosa'

Related Words

component failurehardware errorbugmalfunctiondefectquality controlrepairreplacement

Related Idioms & Phrases

a weak link in the chain
the culprit
a spanner in the works
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