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    Charging System

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    The charging system consists of an alternator, voltage regulator, drive belt, and battery. The alternator charges the battery and powers electrical components while the engine is running. The voltage regulator ensures the alternator maintains voltage between 13.8-14.2 volts to properly charge the battery without overcharging. A good charging system operates reliably at all speeds and loads to keep the battery charged.

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    The charging system consists of an alternator, voltage regulator, drive belt, and battery. The alternator charges the battery and powers electrical components while the engine is running. The voltage regulator ensures the alternator maintains voltage between 13.8-14.2 volts to properly charge the battery without overcharging. A good charging system operates reliably at all speeds and loads to keep the battery charged.

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    The charging system consists of an alternator, voltage regulator, drive belt, and battery. The alternator charges the battery and powers electrical components while the engine is running. The voltage regulator ensures the alternator maintains voltage between 13.8-14.2 volts to properly charge the battery without overcharging. A good charging system operates reliably at all speeds and loads to keep the battery charged.

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    The charging system consists of an alternator, voltage regulator, drive belt, and battery. The alternator charges the battery and powers electrical components while the engine is running. The voltage regulator ensures the alternator maintains voltage between 13.8-14.2 volts to properly charge the battery without overcharging. A good charging system operates reliably at all speeds and loads to keep the battery charged.

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    Charging system

    The main components of charging system are


    Alternator
    Voltage regulator (which is usually mounted inside the
    alternator)
    Alternator Drive belt
    Battery
    The purpose of the charging system is to
    maintain the charge in the vehicle's battery, and
    to provide the main source of electrical energy
    while the engine is running.
    Alternator Voltage
    A car alternator needs to be putting out at
    least 13-14 volts (ideally between 13.8 and
    14.2 volts) to effectively charge a 12 volt car
    battery.
    If the alternator is putting out too much
    voltage (15+ volts), it is likely your battery acid
    will boil over out of the battery.
    Requirements of good charging
    system
    Operate at idle speed.
    Supply constant voltage under all conditions.
    Have an efficient power-to-weight ratio.
    Be reliable, quiet, and have resistance to
    contamination.
    Require low maintenance
    Provide an indication of correct operation.
    Alternator voltage > 13.8V - Alternator supplies voltage
    to all electrical load and parallely charges battery
    Alternator voltage < 13.8V - Battery sdupplies current
    to load
    Power required by the electrical components in
    the vehicle supplied by the alternator
    Voltage regulator (Maintain constant voltage)

    To prevent the vehicle battery from being overcharged the


    regulated system voltage should be kept below the gassing voltage
    of the lead-acid battery
    Charger warning light

    Warning light
    should be OFF
    when engine is
    running.
    Otherwise
    there is a
    problem with
    alternator
    Alternator Drive Belt
    Alternator belt which connects all the
    pulleys
    Requirements of the
    vehicle battery
    The vehicle battery is used as a source of energy in the vehicle when the engine, and
    hence the alternator is not running.

    Battery provide power storage and be able to supply it quickly enough to operate
    the vehicle starter motor.

    To allow the use of parking lights for a reasonable time.

    To allow operation of accessories when the engine is not running.

    To act as a swamp to damp out fluctuations of system voltage.

    To allow dynamic memory and alarm systems to remain active when the vehicle is
    left for a period of time.

    Temperature range should be in the region of 30 to 70 C.


    Choosing the correct
    battery
    1. The ability to power the starter to enable
    minimum starting speed under very cold
    conditions.
    2. The expected use of the battery for running
    accessories when the engine is not running.
    Battery rating
    Surface area of the plates.
    Temperature.
    Electrolyte strength.
    Current demanded.
    he Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) battery.
    The Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery.
    The Lead Acid battery.
    The Lithium Ion battery.
    The Lithium Polymer battery.

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