- single-bed oxidizing converter
- A converter with one catalyst bed for HC and CO control
Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
oxidizing converter — A converter with a conventional oxidation catalyst that needs a secondary air supply to convert hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide and water; does not control NOx. Compare single bed oxidizing converter … Dictionary of automotive terms
converter — [1] When used with LPG (propane), it is a device which turns LPG (propane) from liquid to vapor for use in the engine. [2] Referring to a transmission it is the device that transfers engine torque to the transmission. Also see catalytic converter … Dictionary of automotive terms
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steel — steellike, adj. /steel/, n. 1. any of various modified forms of iron, artificially produced, having a carbon content less than that of pig iron and more than that of wrought iron, and having qualities of hardness, elasticity, and strength varying … Universalium
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