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isolator
This term describes a physical barrier or mechanism designed to break a connection, whether that connection is electrical, thermal, acoustic, or biological. It carries a strong connotation of safety and precision, implying a controlled separation rather than a random gap. In industrial contexts, it suggests a critical safety point where energy is intentionally blocked to protect personnel or equipment.
In medical and laboratory settings, the word shifts toward the concept of sterility and containment. Here, the focus is on preventing the bidirectional flow of contaminants, creating a sanctuary of purity for a sample or a protective shield for a patient. This usage emphasizes the total exclusion of external environmental factors.
Meanings
A device or material used to prevent the passage of heat, electricity, or sound from one area to another.
The technician installed a high-voltage isolator to ensure the circuit was completely dead.
A piece of equipment used in a laboratory or medical setting to keep a patient or a sample physically separated from the external environment to prevent contamination.
Examples
The technician replaced the faulty ceramic isolator on the power line.
We need to move the sample into the isolator to avoid any airborne contamination.
The engine mounts act as a vibration isolator to keep the cabin quiet.
Check if the electrical isolator is switched off before you start the repairs.
The patient was placed in a specialized isolator to prevent the spread of the virus.
I wonder if this rubber pad will serve as an effective isolator for the speakers.
The lab uses a glove-box isolator for handling hazardous chemicals.
Install a high-voltage isolator to ensure the circuit is completely broken.