Intercooler
An air-to-air heat exchanger installed between a turbosupercharger and the carburetor. Intercoolers decrease the temperature of compressed air to prevent detonation.
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook — Powerplant, p. G-15
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A device used to reduce the temperatures of the compressed air before it enters the fuel metering device. The resulting cooler air has a higher density, which permits the engine to be operated with a higher power setting.
Taught in PP-J Concepts, PP-J Procedures.