Powering trailer with an alternator
This is something that's been kicking around in my head. I've been researching alternators and i've seen 2 that have an output of 370 amps at 1200 rpm. If my math is correct then that is 4440 watts @ ...
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15,000 hours is a LOT of hours for a 12 turn (1,200 RPM diesel genset).
Let's do a little math...
15,000 hours, say powering a car at 50 mph.
That would be the equivalent of SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY T-H-O-U-S-A-N-D miles.
With an engine that does not have an oil filter or micron capable air filter.
Cummins, Detroit 60 series and Caterpillar big rig engines are overdue for an inframe at that mileage. For a Honda aluminum engine to try and compete is well how can I say this delicately...miraculous?
Let's do a little math...
15,000 hours, say powering a car at 50 mph.
That would be the equivalent of SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY T-H-O-U-S-A-N-D miles.
With an engine that does not have an oil filter or micron capable air filter.
Cummins, Detroit 60 series and Caterpillar big rig engines are overdue for an inframe at that mileage. For a Honda aluminum engine to try and compete is well how can I say this delicately...miraculous?
