A momentary voltage increase of the power voltage, lasting up to several seconds. TVSS Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor. Transient An abnormal and irregular electrical event, such as a surge. The reduction of a transient magnitude. A high energy test pulse specified by ANSI C62.41-1991.
Voltage is the electrical equivalent of water pressure.
Electrical voltage can initiate damage to electrical devices, just as water pressure can burst pipes if the pressure is too high. Below certain voltage levels, no damage will occur. Above certain voltage levels, damage can occur. The quantitative measure describing electrical force or potential. A voltage point from which a measurement is taken.