How to Load test an alternator ?
Fas idle....1200 rpm 14,4 volts 100 amp alternator HF 500 amp carbon pile load tester connected to battery. Using logical thinking only,........ If I gradually load the system, at what amperage...
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Adjusting for specific load no problem w/ the carbon pile tester.
I know the 100 amp load is for short term testing, as it heats stuff up perdy fast.
Auto Parts testing ?? Anybody can do that,....besides that the nator is not off the vehicle.
Thanks for the tips. I think I will load it at 80 amps for 10 seconds, and expect it to hold 13.5+, and if so, I'll call it good.
Is it possible to show 14+ volts, but be drastically short on amperage ?? I'd guess maybe it is.
I know the 100 amp load is for short term testing, as it heats stuff up perdy fast.
Auto Parts testing ?? Anybody can do that,....besides that the nator is not off the vehicle.
Thanks for the tips. I think I will load it at 80 amps for 10 seconds, and expect it to hold 13.5+, and if so, I'll call it good.
Is it possible to show 14+ volts, but be drastically short on amperage ?? I'd guess maybe it is.
