noun
- devices that cool compressed air or gas between stages of compression in engines or compressors
Usage: automotive; engineering
Examples
- The turbocharged engine uses intercoolers to reduce the temperature of compressed air.
- Installing larger intercoolers can improve engine performance and efficiency.
- The mechanic replaced the damaged intercoolers during the engine rebuild.
- Modern diesel trucks often feature multiple intercoolers in their cooling systems.
- The racing team upgraded their intercoolers to handle higher boost pressures.
- Air-to-air intercoolers are commonly used in performance vehicles.