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power surge |
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An oversupply of voltage from the power company that can last up to 50 microseconds. Although surges are very short in duration, they often reach 6,000 volts and 3,000 amps when they arrive at the equipment. Power surges are a common cause of damage to computers and electronic equipment. See power swell, spike, sag and surge suppression. |
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| There's absolutely no question that Topdot Mortgage has been solely responsible for the recent power surge by the New York Mets," said company Vice President and spokesman Adam Brown with tongue-in-cheek. His power surge came after hitting just two homers in 359 at-bats in his previous two years. Forgetting to switch off the radio before starting or stopping your vehicle engine allows a power surge that can zap the commo. |
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