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THere isn't really any connection between the alternator and the compressor except that they are both driven by the belt. The alternator generates electricity for the vehicle, and the compressor uses electricity to power the clutch that turns the compressor shaft. I can't think of any other connection. They don't actually work together as if they were part of the same system. The alternator system, and the AC system are two separate systems that do not depend on each other to function, other than the fact that the compressor uses some electricity for the clutch, but if the alternator stops charging, the car's battery would supply the voltage needed until it runs down.
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an air compressor and a regulater '
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Can a bad compressor effect the alternator or battery?
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Can a mechanic recharge air conditioning without the compressor running?
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Does an Air conditioning scroll compressor work for an expander?
yes
