WCL488 Series Water Cooled Electronic Loads
Operation & Programming Manual
TDI-Dynaload Division
Page 98
402828, Rev. B1
M
Matched
Impedance
Condition that exists when the output impedance of a source is equal to the
input impedance of a load.
Megohm
One million ohms (represented by the symbol “ M” ).
Mnemonic
Relating to, assisting, or intended to assist the memory. A device, such as a
formula used as an aid in remembering.
MOSFET
Metal Oxide Field Effect Transistor.
Field effect transistor with a metal
oxide insulating layer between the gate electrode and the channel. Also
referred to as an
insulated gate field effect transistor
.
Multimeter
Electronic test equipment that can perform multiple tasks (such as
measuring AC and DC voltage, current and resistance. A digital multimeter
is often referred to as a DVM.
Multiplexer
Device that sends messages or signals simultaneously using a multiplex
system.
Mutual
Inductance
The ability of one inductor’ s lines of force to link with another inductor.
MUX
Multiplexer.
N
Noise
Unwanted electromagnetic radiation within an electrical system.
Normally Closed When the contacts of a switch or relay are closed or connected when at rest.
When activated, the contacts open or separate.