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Alternators, or alternating current generators, have been standard equipment in cars and light trucks since the early ’60’s. Alternators replaced D.C. generators because they produce better current at ...

Due to the 3G alternator's high output, use AWG-4 or AWG-6sized wire protected by dual 14-gauge fusible links or a 150- or 175-amp mega fuse for the main alternator "BAT" stud charge-wire running ...

Consequently, the alternator is equipped with devices that "rectify" its A.C. output to D.C. These devices are known as diodes.

A high-output alternator for trucks equipped with dual-temp refrigeration units is now available from Robert Bosch Corp. A high-output alternator for trucks equipped with dual-temp refrigeration ...

When upgrading an alternator, PA-Performance recommends using this high-amperage-power wire kit for the 95-amp model and requires it on all other high-output models.

In heavy-duty vehicle applications, the D+ alternator with the alternator-voltage-regulator (AVR) is widely used to supply electric loads due to lower cost and wide application possibilities. The ...