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Glossary of Terms: K

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Kilo -- Prefix meaning "thousand".

Kilocycle -- A term denoting one thousand cycles.

Kilovolt -- A term denoting one thousand volts.

Kilowatt -- A term denoting one thousand watts.

Kirchoff's Laws -- (1) The algebraic sum of the currents which meet at any point is zero.
(2) In any closed circuit, the algebraic sum of the products of the current and resistance in each conductor in the circuit is equal to the electromotive force in the circuit.

Knock-Out-Carton -- A bending grade of boxboard having one or more die-cut areas for removal or to aid in breaking down the carton. Usually used for small size telephone wires and cables up to six pair.

KPSI -- Tensile strength in thousands of pounds per square inch.

KV -- Kilovolt, 1000 volts.

KVA -- Kilovolt amperes.

KW -- Kilowatt.

Kynar -- Pennwalt Corporation trademark for a thermoplastic fluoropolymer material with excellent chemical resistance, electrical properties, thermal characteristics and impact resistance. The temperature rating is -20°C to 125°C.

 

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