precharge
/priːˈtʃɑːrdʒ/
noun
- An initial charge applied to a battery or electrical component before normal operation.
- The engineer checked the precharge level before activating the main power.
- The precharge helps prevent damage to sensitive electronics.
- A proper precharge ensures the system starts smoothly.
verb
- To charge (a battery or electrical component) before it is put into normal use, often to protect the system.
- You should precharge the capacitor before connecting it to the main circuit.
- Many electric vehicles precharge their power systems before starting the motor.
- The technician will precharge the battery pack to avoid a sudden surge of current.