snubber

Noun

Meaning

A device used to suppress ("snub") voltage transients in electrical systems, pressure transients in fluid systems, or excess force or rapid movement in mechanical systems.

(rare) One who snubs.

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Examples

In this case a snubber circuit (a capacitor and resistor in series) across the contacts may absorb the surge. Source: Internet

The spark will cause electromagnetic interference if not suppressed; a snubber network of a resistor and capacitor in series will quell the spark. Source: Internet

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