converter

Converter is derived from the Latin verb convertere = to convert and denotes:

in the steel industry: a large crucible in which unwanted carbon is oxidized out by adding oxygen to liquefied pig iron, see steel production
in computer science: programs that convert data from one format to another, see Conversion (computer science)
- File converter , convert different file formats into one another

in photo technology: adapters that enlarge or reduce the focal length of a lens, see teleconverter and wide-angle lens # Wide-angle attachment lenses and converters

for fountain pens: ink converter , an ink piston in cartridge form for retrofitting cartridge fountain pens

in electrical engineering: generally a device that carries out an adaptation or implementation, see converter

in radio technology: devices and systems that are used to convert signals to another frequency range or to another location, such as UHF converters

Encoder and decoder for converting signals

For circuits that generate a higher or lower DC voltage at the output, see switching regulator or specific step-down converter or step- up converter

alternative name for power converter
in ultrasonic welding technology: an electromechanical component that converts an electrical voltage into mechanical vibrations, see converter (welding technology)