The measure of intensity and quality of heat.
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AIR COOLER
A factory-encased assembly of elements whereby the temperature of air passing through the device is reduced.
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DIELECTRIC STRENGTH
A measure of the ability of an insulating material to withstand electric stress (voltage) without failure. Fluids with high dielectric strength (usually expressed in volts or kilovolts) are good electrical insulators. (ASTM Designation D 877.)
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CLEAN ROOM
A facility or enclosure in which air content and other conditions (such as temperature, humidity, and pressure) are controlled and maintained at a specific level by special facilities and operating processes and by trained personnel.
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ABSOLUTE ZERO TEMPERATURE
Temperature measured from absolute zero (-459.67°F, or -273.16°C).
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AIR REHEATING
In an air conditioning system, the final step in treatment, in the event the temperature is too low.
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CLOUD POINT
The temperature at which waxy crystals in an oil or fuel form a cloudy appearance.
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ABSOLUTE TEMPERATURE SCALE
A scale of temperature measurement in which zero degrees is absolute zero.
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CARBON RESIDUE
Coked material remaining after an oil has been exposed to high temperatures under controlled conditions.
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COPPER STRIP CORROSION
A qualitative measure of the tendency of a petroleum product to corrode pure copper.
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REFRIGERATOR
A device to transfer heat from a low temperature to a high temperature medium.
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