For Insulator we have terms and definitions in 3 topics. The topics are Energy, Music Technology and Transistors.

Insulator (Energy)

A material that is a very poor conductor of electricity. The insulating material is usually a ceramic or fiberglass when used in the transmission line and is designed to support a conductor physically and to separate it electrically from other conductors and supporting material.

Insulator (Music Technology)

Any material which is very poor at conducting an electrical current (eg rubber, plastics etc). Opposite of "conductor". See also resistance.

Insulator (Transistors)

Any material that does not conduct electricity. Glass and rubber are common insulators. These materials are made of atoms which don't allow electrons to move freely, which means there can be no electric current.

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