dielectric strength
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Note that the applied voltage is limited by the dielectric strength.
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The dielectric strength imposes a limit on the voltage that can be applied for a given plate separation.
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The maximum electric field strength above which an insulating material begins to break down and conduct is called dielectric strength.
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For electrical purposes it should have a high insulating power and dielectric strength and a low inductive capacity; the possession of these properties is influenced by the resinous constituents present.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" by Various
That is the reason why the rate of change is very much greater when glass, for instance, is broken through, than when the break takes place through an air space of equivalent dielectric strength.
From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford
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