Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
microamp
Noun
mai-kroh-amp
Definition
A microamp is a unit of electric current equal to one millionth of an ampere.
Examples
- When measuring the output of a battery, it is common to see values in microamps.
- This device operates at a current of only 50 microamps, making it very energy-efficient.
- The sensor requires a current of just 10 microamps to function properly.
Meaning
Microamps are used in measuring very small electric currents, often in applications such as electronics and medical devices.
Synonyms
- μA
- microamperes
