Definitions for "Common-mode Noise"
Keywords:  noise, chassis, output, ground, respect
When you have an electrically fixed point, such as chassis ground, there is a commonality in noise between the output and return lines. This is referred to as common-mode noise. read more...
Electrical interference that is common to both lines in relation to earth ground.
The component of noise voltage that appears equally and in phase on conductors relative to a common reference.