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ground fault

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ground fault

The temporary current in the ground line, caused by a failing electrical component or interference from an external electrical source such as a thunderstorm. See ground.


ground fault [′grau̇nd ‚fȯlt]
(electricity)
Accidental grounding of a conductor.


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Model UATC-20, suitable for hot runners, has electronic setpoint control, output power display, ground fault indicator, and Standby and Boost keys.
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