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transÂ·duÂ·cer. A device that converts energy from one form to another. transducer (tranzdooÂ´sur), n a device that is activated by power from one system and then supplies a different form of power to a second system; used to convert electric energy into mechanical energy in ultrasonic and sonic scalers.
Part of the Electronics glossary: A transducer is an electronic device that converts energy from one form to another. Common examples include microphones, loudspeakers, thermometers, position and pressure sensors, and antenna. Although not generally thought of as transducers, photocells, LEDs (light-emitting diodes), and even common light bulbs are transducers. Efficiency is an important consideration in any transducer.