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flashover <flashover; flashovers> N

dry flashover voltage ELEC

impulse flashover voltage ELEC

wet flashover voltage ELEC

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Investigators concluded that the fire was caused by flashover.
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Additionally, in these conditions, there is a greater risk of backdraft and of flashover.
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Its major function is to provide mechanical support and electrical insulation for the central electrode, while also providing an extended spark path for flashover protection.
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Vertical ventilation is absolutely vital to firefighter safety in the event of a flashover or backdraft scenario.
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If the lines sag lower, a flashover to nearby objects (such as trees) can occur, causing a transient increase in current.
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An example of flashover is when a piece of furniture is ignited in a domestic room.
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Prior to flashover, a fire grows by involving more fuel.
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Wind speeds as low as 23 kn can permit conductors to encroach operating clearances, resulting in a flashover and loss of supply.
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The small size of the access hole also reduces any risk of flashover or backdraft.
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Should this happen the transformer would require changing and overhaul as well as possibly other equipment due to flashover damage.
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