This is the 1590th most frequent German word.
maximale
"Maximale" means "maximum" in English.
Denotes the upper usage limit of a system or mechanism.
Wir sollten die maximale Auslastung des Systems nicht überschreiten.
We should not exceed the maximum capacity of the system.
Used as an adjective describing the greatest allowable weight.
Das maximale Gewicht, das dieser Aufzug tragen kann, beträgt 1000 Kilogramm.
The maximum weight this elevator can carry is 1000 kilograms.
Applied to indicate the highest achievable speed limit.