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Term : dielectric strength

What is 'dielectric strength'? What does 'dielectric strength' mean?

Definition

The voltage that can be endured when AC voltage is applied between discontinuous terminals, between each terminal and non-current-carrying metal parts, and between each terminal and ground. (The leakage current is specified separately.)

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