LogiQuest^® Lite  A Commercial Alternative to WebFLIS

FIIG:  A23900

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  1

Status:  A

Applicability:  A

Type:  0

Definition:  An item used to adapt the stem of a TESTER, CYLINDER COMPRESSION to various size automotive spark plug ports. It may be a threaded type to fit a designated spark plug port or a universal type designed to accommodate a range of sizes. It may be fastened to the tester stem by means of a quick change or threaded connector.

Basic INC:  70003

Basic Name:  ADAPTER

Description:  1. (Mechanical) Any modifying part, piece or device designed to facilitate connection, provide accommodation, enable application, and to broaden or permit the use of a given item with an unlike item of mechanical equipment when the two items are not designed for direct mating to each other. 2. (Electrical) An item which provides the necessary accommodations to electrically connect two or more items whose design or function will not normally permit their connection. It may also provide mechanical connection. See also COUPLER (as modified) and CONNECTOR (as modified). 3. (Fiber Optic) An item which provides the necessary accommodations to connect two or more items whose design or function will not normally permit their connection. It may also provide electrical connection.