Glossary “solid state regulator” Definition:
An alternator regulator having no moving parts.

Glossary “solid valve lifter” Definition:
Term used for mechanical valve lifter.

Glossary “solid wire” Definition:
Single stranded conductor, usually insulated.

Glossary “solid oxide” Definition:
A solid combination of oxygen and zirconium that serves as an electrolyte for a fuel cell.

Glossary “solid pushrod” Definition:
Pushrod made from solid stock.

Glossary “solid rotor” Definition:
Rotor that is a solid piece of metal with a friction surface on each side.

Glossary “solid state device” Definition:
Any device that can control current without moving parts, heated filaments, or vacuum gaps. Thus, all semiconductors are solid-state devices but some solid-state devices are not semiconductors ( for example, transformers)

Glossary “solid state ignition” Definition:
Ignition system using diodes and transistors to control spark timing.

Glossary “solid axle suspension” Definition:
Suspension system in which the wheels are mounted at each end of a solid, or undivided, axle or axle housing.

Glossary “solid lifter” Definition:
Valve lifter or tappet that is one piece, and usually made of cast iron. Solid lifters cannot compensate for wear so the valve clearance must be checked and adjusted at regular intervals.

Glossary “solid axle” Definition:
Term used for beam axle or rigid axle.