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Definition of "Shunt" |
A component connected in parallel. A current shunt is a device for altering the amount of electric current flowing through a piece of apparatus, such as a galvanometer. / A small plastic female Jumper [picture to right]. A shunt is normally a two terminal component on 0.1 inch centers which is fitted over a dual-row headed with the same dimensions. / (1) a device having appreciable impedance connected in parallel across other devices or apparatus and diverting some of the current from it. Appreciable voltage exists across the shunted device or apparatus, and an appreciable current may exist in it. |
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