Insulation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003033",
  "term": "Insulation",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A material or system designed to reduce the transfer of heat, electricity, or sound between two areas. Electrical insulation prevents current leakage and short circuits, while thermal insulation minimizes heat loss or gain. Common electrical insulators include rubber, plastic, and ceramic, with breakdown voltage as a key characteristic.",
  "subject": "Energy and utilities",
  "see_also": [
    "blanket insulation",
    "cellular glass insulation",
    "composite board insulation"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Isoliermedium",
    "es": "aislamiento",
    "fr": "isolation"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/insulation/"
}