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Ampere
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the unit of electric current, symbolized as "A" in the International System of Units (SI)
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a former unit of electric current (slightly smaller than the SI ampere)
ampere
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amperage
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amperage
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Example
The electronic device required a power supply with a current rating of 2 amperes for optimal performance.
The household wiring is capable of carrying a certain number of amperes, preventing overloads.
The circuit was designed to handle a maximum current of 10 amperes to ensure safety.
Electrical appliances typically include a label indicating the amount of current they draw, measured in amperes.
Charging a smartphone with a current of 1 ampere for 1 hour transfers a charge of 3,600 coulombs.
