noun
- an electrical voltage that exceeds the normal or rated voltage of a device or system
Usage: technical term used in electrical engineering and electronics
Examples
- The lightning strike caused an overvoltage that damaged the computer.
- Overvoltage protection devices help prevent equipment failure during power surges.
- The transformer was designed to handle brief overvoltage conditions.
- An overvoltage in the circuit triggered the automatic shutdown system.
- Sensitive electronics require overvoltage suppressors to ensure safe operation.