What Does That Term Mean? COLUMN BY RICHARD R. VENSEL Do you know the meaning of the fol- lowing terms? ¢ Contact resistance ¢ Lamp active ¢ Leakage current ° AC ripple e Maximum voltage set point * Over-voltage detection and control ¢ Secondary regulation * Temperature compensation ¢*RTD ° PL ° FPR In our constantly changing industry, we all need to start speaking the same language or we will constantly be play- ing catch up. Using terms like triple tree, slammer, and rabbit ears might work in your shop, but not many other rebuilders or suppliers have the faintest idea what you are talking about. Now is the time for all of us to get on the same page so we can move forward and we can do this by updating our knowledge and terminology. To get the most updated information in one written form you need to get the “Electrical Rebuilders Desk Reference.” This pub- lication covers terms, abbreviations, symbols and their definitions. It is avail- able from the Electrical Rebuilder’s Association. Contact them by phone at (636) 584-7400, by fax at (636) 584- 7401, or by e-mail at eraoffice @ charter- internet.com. Let’s all upgrade our information and start speaking the same language. Richard Vensel is owner of Vensel Enterprises, Crystal Lake, Ill. con HTD}, ation 004 pool How to Order Your Booklet Phone: (636) 584-7400 E-mail: eraoffice @ charterinternet.com Web site: electricalrebuilders.org $20 ea. ERA members* $25 ea. Non-members** (To purchase in quantities, call the ERA Office.) *Must order from the ERA office to receive the ERA member discount. **Order online or from the ERA office.