noun
- thick strips or bars of copper or aluminum that conduct electricity within electrical panels, switchboards, or distribution systems
Usage: electrical engineering; plural of busbar
Examples
- The electrician connected the circuit breakers to the main busbars in the panel.
- Copper busbars are preferred for high-current applications due to their excellent conductivity.
- The power distribution system uses insulated busbars to prevent electrical faults.
- Regular inspection of busbars helps prevent overheating and electrical failures.
- The factory’s electrical room contains multiple busbars rated for different voltage levels.
- Aluminum busbars are lighter than copper but require larger cross-sections for the same current capacity.