hectoamp

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From hecto- +‎ amp.

Noun

hectoamp (plural hectoamps)

  1. (metrology) An SI unit of electrical current equal to 102 amps. Symbol: h

Usage notes

Multiples of 1000 are preferred in SI units, so the hectoamp is not commonly used.

Synonyms

  • Symbol: hA.