Definition of overvoltage Overvoltage
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What does overvoltage mean?
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- overvoltage (Noun)
The difference between the electric potential of an electrode or cell under the passage of a current and the thermodynamic value of the electrode or cell potential in the absence of electrolysis; overpotential. - overvoltage (Noun)
The hazardous condition that occurs when the voltage in a circuit is raised above that for which it was designed.
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overvoltage
A condition where the voltage in a circuit is above its upper design limit.
