[C38] Alternators

[Steve Smolinske]

Tom, correct me if Im wrong but I dont think the 90 amp that Larry has is a problem, assuming the 4 batteries are 12v thats 440 amps, with 220 usable before needing a charge,  with a 90 amp alternator that means something like 60-65 amps going into the bank depending on alt. temp.  at that rate 3 hours or so to fully charge the batteries.  means carrying more fuel but it shouldnt hurt the batteries or the alternator as long at the batteries get fully charged if run that low,
 
Steve

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From: listserve-bounces at catalina38.org on behalf of Larry Malmberg
Sent: Wed 9/14/2011 2:41 PM
To: 'Catalina 38 Listserve'
Subject: [C38] Alternators



OK, time for a new discussion here.  I have heard, read and been led to
believe that there is little difference between Balmar, others and
traditional alternators and voltage regulators.  I have been looking around
the net at alternators, external regulated, voltage regulators and such and
the more I look the more confused I get.  Tom T. are you out there???  My
Marine Electrician tells me I need a 150 amp alternator due to my batteries,
four 110 amp AGM's for house and one small start battery.  I currently have
a 90 amp alternator and a Balmar programmable voltage regulator.  Am I off
in the wind here or???





Best regards,

Larry Malmberg
Team Hassle


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