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three-phase Definition

three·-phase (t̸hrē′fāz′)

adjective

Elec. powered by three equal AC voltages which are out of phase by one third of a cycle (120 degrees)
three-phase Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • converter: This unique single to three-phase converter will produce up to 600 % of maximum continuous power.
  • motor: A two-speed, three-phase motor drove the four speed gearbox to give a total of 8 spindle speeds from 170 to 2160 rpm.
  • electricity: The property is served by three-phase electricity and contains adequate offices together with workshop and warehouse areas and toilets.
  • supply: Two independent three-phase supplies each provide up to 48 amps.
  • model: IBM proposed a three-phase model for examining the nature of change resulting from the use of ICT in enterprises.
  • approach: The scheme is being constructed by a three-phase approach, with the first priority being improved product data for the service industries.