detecter
- a word derived from detect.
Example Sentences
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The use of the detecter will permit the further protection of the present tin shield lamp, by an extra thickness of gauze, if such addition is found advantageous in resisting an increased velocity.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
Out of twenty-eight tests in a mine working a long-wall face the Davy showed gas only eleven times, while the detecter showed it in every case.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
Being able at will to force the contents of the detecter on to the flame, the effects of an explosion inside the lamp need not be feared.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
The detecter, as will be perceived from the one exhibited, and the accompanying sectional drawing, consists simply of an oval-shaped India rubber ball, fitted with a mouthpiece.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
With the detecter this is avoided, as a large flame can be used, which is considered by some a preferable means of testing for small quantities; and the test can be made without risk.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
