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adapter

A device that allows one system to connect to and work with another. An adapter is often a simple circuit that converts one set of signals to another; however, the term often refers to devices which are more accurately called "controllers." For example, display adapters (video cards), network adapters (NICs) and SCSI host adapters perform extensive processing, but they are still called "adapters." See host adapter and expansion bus.

adaptor, adapter

1. any device for connecting two parts, esp ones that are of different sizes or have different mating fitments

a. a plug used to connect an electrical device to a mains supply when they have different types of terminals

b. a device used to connect several electrical appliances to a single mains socket

adapter [ə′dap·tər]

(computer science)

A device which converts bits of information received serially into parallel bit form for use in the inquiry buffer unit.

(engineering)

A device used to make electrical or mechanical connections between items not originally intended for use together.

(metallurgy)

A connecting piece, usually made of fireclay, between a horizontal zinc retort and the condenser in which the molten zinc collects.

(optics)

An attachment to a camera that permits its use in a manner for which it was not designed.

adapter

adapter

1. A device for matching and properly connecting items, tubing, or devices (especially electric) which are of different size, operating characteristics, or design.

2. A device that enables different sizes or types of plugs, pipes, etc., to be joined.

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However, if you are having difficulty finding the correct bases, you may be able to purchase an intermediate base socket adapter.

Selecting Globe Light Bulbs by darcylars / Business community

Low speed offers great power for driving lag bolts, big wood screws, working on machinery with a socket adapter, drilling with a hole saw and other high torque, low speed applications.

No plug--no problem! Cordless tools are a must for country living by Evers, Dennis / Countryside & Small Stock Journal

High-volume operations will typically account for programming on a cost-perpart basis using machine cost, consumable costs like socket adapters, and other factors.

Programming and the problem of yield: optimized sockets should ... by Duff, Robert / Circuits Assembly

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