NC

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003856",
  "term": "NC",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An abbreviation for \"normally closed,\" describing a valve or switch that is in its closed position when no external force or power is applied. This means the flow of fluid or electricity is interrupted by default. A common application is in safety systems where a power failure causes the valve to close, preventing uncontrolled flow.",
  "subject": "Plumbing",
  "references": [
    "What are normally open and normally closed contacts? (Schneider Electric)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "NC",
    "es": "NC",
    "fr": "NC"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/nc/"
}