ratiometer

Questions

What does ratiometer mean?

A measurement device used in ohmmeters, having two coils, one connected via a series resistor to the battery supply and the other connected to the same battery supply via a second resistor and the resistor under test. The indication on the meter was proportional to the ratio of the currents through the two coils.

Where does ratiometer come from?

From ratio + meter.

How to pronounce ratiometer

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