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To limit the rate at which the charge is put into the battery in order to prevent overheating, boil-out of the water in the acid electrolyte, and eventually ruining the battery.

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it is the voltage regulated


How do you modify an altinator to come on with low RPM?

You do not need to modify the alternator if it is working properly. The voltage regulator controls the output of the alternator and it does function at low RPMs, if all systems are working properly. So if it is not charging at low RPMs you have a problem. Most auto parts stores will check your charging system free of charge.You do not need to modify the alternator if it is working properly. The voltage regulator controls the output of the alternator and it does function at low RPMs, if all systems are working properly. So if it is not charging at low RPMs you have a problem. Most auto parts stores will check your charging system free of charge.


How does a voltage regulator regulate the voltage output of an ac generator?

Generator output is controlled by voltage feedback to the voltage regulator which senses voltage drop or rise and regulates the current being sent to the armature. This rise and fall of the armature current governs the generators output voltage.


Where is the 1991 Mercedes 300e voltage regulator?

The voltage regulator for a 300e Mercedes is mounted on the rear of the alternator. The regulator is a replaceable item, independent from the alternator.


What is the alternator output voltage on a Renault laguna 1.9dci?

Most alternators domestic and foreign tend to run about 14.0V to 14.5V. Anything over that boils the battery and anything under that will undercharge the battery.

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How does an alternator know how much voltage output?

Output of the alternator is controlled by the voltage regulator.


Why output voltage is not regulated?

12 volts


What does a dodge voltage regulator do?

It controlls the output voltage of the alternator.


Where is the voltage regulator located at on a 1992 ford ranger xlt?

it's an nternal regulated alternator it's an nternal regulated alternator


What are the wires for on alternator?

There should be a heavy wire called the Alternator output wire, It carries power from the alternator to power your accessories and to maintain your battery. The smaller wires usually in a plug are either the alternator's voltage sense, Stator/ACurrent/Tachometer output, regulator/indicator light. or if its an Externaly regulated alternator they will be alternator Field, Stator/ACurrent/Tachometer. hope this helps


Does a 1974 corvette have a voltage regulator?

it should have an internally regulated alternator


What is the Function of an alternator regulator?

It controls the output voltage.


Why is there change in terminal voltage as load applied to a three phase alternator?

The AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) control the DC field voltage to the rotor of the alternator, as soon as higher load is demanded from the alternator, the AVR output voltage go higher, hence, a higher AC voltage on the output of the alternator. If the voltage go to high then the AVR is faulty.


How do you adjust alternator on 2000 dodge neon?

The alternator is not adjustable. The computer controls the voltage output.


Your volt meter reads 16 volts at the battery at idle The alternator and voltage regulator have been replaced Do you have a problem?

Alternator Output Voltage RangeGenerally, alternator output voltage is consider OK if it is in the range between 12 1/2 volts to a maximum of 16 volts.Therefore, although the output is at the maximum, you do not seem to have a problem.Usually, if the battery has had a lot of drain, then the alternator output will run at the maximum until the battery is fully charged.


Does a voltage regulater make the car run?

No. It controls the output of the alternator.


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.