What Does TEC Stand For?

TEC stands for Thermal Expansion Coefficient

The Thermal Expansion Coefficient (TEC) is a material property that quantifies the extent to which a substance expands or contracts in response to changes in temperature. It is typically expressed as the fractional change in size per degree of temperature change. The TEC is crucial in fields such as engineering, materials science, and physics, as it impacts the design and performance of structures and components subjected to temperature variations. Understanding the TEC helps in predicting material behavior and ensuring compatibility in assemblies involving different materials.

Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym

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