synchronoscope

/sɪŋˈkrɒnəskoʊp/
noun
  1. An instrument that shows whether two alternating currents or systems are in sync (happening at the same frequency and phase).
    • The electrician checked the synchronoscope before connecting the generator to the grid.
    • The old control panel had a synchronoscope with a spinning dial to indicate synchronization.
    • A synchronoscope helps engineers match the phase of two power sources safely.
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