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Output of the alternator is controlled by the voltage regulator.
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How much voltage does an alternator put out?
Automotive Alternator Output VoltagesWith a properly operating alternator, AND electrical system, a voltage output range of 13.5 Volts to 16 Volts is considered acceptable.Just the alternator puts out around 120 vac, but most newer alternators include a built in rectifier that limits voltage output to between 13.5 and 15.5 volts DC depending on speed.
Why is your 2000 Honda accord v6 charging 18volts?
The most likely cause is the voltage regulator in the alternator. Modern vehicle voltage regulators aren't serviced separately, so you would just replace the alternator. That much voltage can boil the battery. Typical alternator output should be around 14.5 volts.
How much voltage is a 1998 DOHC 4-Cyl 2.0L Plymouth Neon supposed to produce normally?
The alternator output should fall between 13.5 to 14.5 volts.The alternator output should fall between 13.5 to 14.5 volts.
93 Ford Aerostar alternator light is on you had the alternator check and it comes out good what else should you check?
There are times when the alternator will test out fine as far as amp output and voltage output but if your alternator has a weak diode(s) it may trigger the light to go on. I hate to say you should replace the alternator, but your charging system is pretty much self contained in your alternator so I believe the problem is in fact in your alternator. Good luck.
How much voltage the alternator of Skoda octavia gives?
the alternator voltage at the battery should be between 12.4voltsv-13.6 volts
How to change the alternator on an 1984 Chevy caprice can you use the one off your 1982?
I would guess that yes you can. If they look the same and will fit, it will work even if the voltage output is different. If either car was a police car it uses a much higher output alternator as cops have to run lights and radios and such in which case it might not work. A good visual inspection will tell you what you need to know. Before putting any alternator on a car (even if brand new) take it to autozone and have the voltage test run. I can't tell you how many brand new alternators I have had that were no good. You will need to have a voltage at least 13v
Is 15 volts too much from the alternator?
That depends on the application [use] of the alternator. For automotive applications, NO, 15 Volts DC is not too much. Generally, an acceptable voltage output range for automotive applications is 13 Volts minimum to 16 volts maximum.
Your alternator is on top of the motor and what does the voltage regulator do also where is it on a 99 Concorde?
the voltage regulater is built into the alternator it regulates how much volts gives to the battery
How much voltage does an alternator produce?
13.5 to 15.5 volts.
How much should voltage fluctuate on an alternator?
As little as possible
What does the voltage regulator do?
it controls the amount of voltage that is flowing in a circuit. To be more accurate, a voltage regulator provides a limiting mechanism to an electrical or electronic power source. In the case of modern automotive alternators the voltage regulator "regulates" the output from the alternator by limiting the current flowing through the rotating field assembly inside the alternator. The weaker the electromagnetic field of this "rotor" the lower the output (both current and voltage) of the alternator. When the electrical load on the alternator is low the regulator reduces the field strength based on it's set upper voltage limit. When the load increases beyond the capacity of the "limited" output the voltage drops (the load is kind of "shorting out" the power from the alternator) and the regulator allows the field current (and therefor the output of the alternator) to rise until the voltage reaches that "upper limit" again and so on. Hope this helps
How much voltage does a truck alternator put out?
13.5 to 16 volts.
