0200 lightweight alternator - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-28T19:17:03Zhttps://zenith.aero/forum/topics/0200-lightweight-alternator?commentId=2606393%3AComment%3A706537&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI sent in my B&C alternat…tag:zenith.aero,2021-09-19:2606393:Comment:8477712021-09-19T22:04:15.789ZBill Bearhttps://zenith.aero/profile/BillBear
<p>I sent in my B&C alternator with the old generator gear attached for eval and ops check which is required by B&C before installing on a newly overhauled engine. Came back approved and ops check ok. It is now installed on newly overhauled O200A. Will soon be ready for first start.</p>
<p>I sent in my B&C alternator with the old generator gear attached for eval and ops check which is required by B&C before installing on a newly overhauled engine. Came back approved and ops check ok. It is now installed on newly overhauled O200A. Will soon be ready for first start.</p> I think I'll do the same just…tag:zenith.aero,2021-04-05:2606393:Comment:8312492021-04-05T06:06:16.120ZBill Bearhttps://zenith.aero/profile/BillBear
<p>I think I'll do the same just to be on the safe side. I'll probably send the used alternator also and have them check it out.</p>
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<p>I think I'll do the same just to be on the safe side. I'll probably send the used alternator also and have them check it out.</p>
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<p>Bill</p> I sent my gear in and let the…tag:zenith.aero,2021-04-04:2606393:Comment:8310952021-04-04T23:53:27.221ZMark Wallacehttps://zenith.aero/profile/MarkWallace
<p>I sent my gear in and let them determine if it would work or not, unfortunately I had to purchase the updated gear. I went through Aircraft Spruce and they required that the gear be sent in.</p>
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<p>I sent my gear in and let them determine if it would work or not, unfortunately I had to purchase the updated gear. I went through Aircraft Spruce and they required that the gear be sent in.</p>
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<p>Mark </p> I am using a C90 12F which is…tag:zenith.aero,2021-04-04:2606393:Comment:8311792021-04-04T19:49:44.602ZBill Bearhttps://zenith.aero/profile/BillBear
<p>I am using a C90 12F which is almost identical to the 0200. It had a dc generator mounted on accessory case, driven with a gear similar to the B&C alternator gear. I removed the generator and mounted a used B&C 40 amp alternator system with the generator gear using the B&C installation instructions. The gear fit on the alternator as indicated and installed onto the accessory drive as indicated in the B&C instructions. I have yet to perform the first engine start so I have…</p>
<p>I am using a C90 12F which is almost identical to the 0200. It had a dc generator mounted on accessory case, driven with a gear similar to the B&C alternator gear. I removed the generator and mounted a used B&C 40 amp alternator system with the generator gear using the B&C installation instructions. The gear fit on the alternator as indicated and installed onto the accessory drive as indicated in the B&C instructions. I have yet to perform the first engine start so I have not assessed normal operation. But with all this discussion I am reading, I am concerned about the gear I am using. How do you determine what gear is faulty for this application? Is there a way to visually determine if I have a faulty gear? Is there a reason why the generator gear won't work ok on the alternator?</p>
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<p>Bill</p> got mine mounted on firewall…tag:zenith.aero,2020-07-27:2606393:Comment:7301562020-07-27T20:52:45.595Zchristopher fryatthttps://zenith.aero/profile/christopherfryatt
<p>got mine mounted on firewall side, no heat problems</p>
<p>got mine mounted on firewall side, no heat problems</p> Gents,
I have recently instal…tag:zenith.aero,2020-07-27:2606393:Comment:7300592020-07-27T01:04:12.442ZJohn A. Minatellihttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnAMinatelli
<p>Gents,</p>
<p>I have recently installed a rebuilt 0-200 in my Cruzer and included the B&C alternator, over voltage circuit and regulator and it works perfectly. Note that there are 3 field lines coming out of the alternator that must be treated as separate circuits. Since I have an ExBus power distribution unit I noticed that the normal Alternator switch on that unit is nothing more than a continuity switch, so I had to wire power to that switch to get the regulator to work by…</p>
<p>Gents,</p>
<p>I have recently installed a rebuilt 0-200 in my Cruzer and included the B&C alternator, over voltage circuit and regulator and it works perfectly. Note that there are 3 field lines coming out of the alternator that must be treated as separate circuits. Since I have an ExBus power distribution unit I noticed that the normal Alternator switch on that unit is nothing more than a continuity switch, so I had to wire power to that switch to get the regulator to work by energizing the internal relay (left side of regulator) 12 V positive to ground requirement. the instructions clearly indicate that the regulator and over voltage regulator circuit must be mounted on the pilot side of the firewall because as in most cases the alternator regulator is the most susceptible to heat, therefore it would be unwise to to mount on the engine side. Finally the gear ratio is a little over 2:1 on the coupling gears meaning that 2500 engine rpm gives the alternator 5000 rpms and that the output voltage varies with engine speed. John</p> I'm installing the B&C BC…tag:zenith.aero,2020-06-11:2606393:Comment:7242002020-06-11T19:13:25.809ZMark Wallacehttps://zenith.aero/profile/MarkWallace
<p>I'm installing the B&C <span>BC433-H gear driven alternator., I want the voltage regulator on the engine side of the fire wall. Has anyone installed like this? I see in the notes that 221 degrees F is the max temp. Maybe a air blast tube point at that area?</span></p>
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<p>I'm installing the B&C <span>BC433-H gear driven alternator., I want the voltage regulator on the engine side of the fire wall. Has anyone installed like this? I see in the notes that 221 degrees F is the max temp. Maybe a air blast tube point at that area?</span></p>
<p><span>Mark</span></p> I think I would rather the B…tag:zenith.aero,2020-01-31:2606393:Comment:7082122020-01-31T18:08:24.420ZRob Ahttps://zenith.aero/profile/RobertArchibald
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<p>I think I would rather the B&C too as I've heard good things - bearings instead of bushings etc. My alternator will be a B&C.</p>
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<p>I think I would rather the B&C too as I've heard good things - bearings instead of bushings etc. My alternator will be a B&C.</p>
<p></p> Thanks Rob. I have another m…tag:zenith.aero,2020-01-31:2606393:Comment:7083402020-01-31T18:00:07.475ZRobert Riathttps://zenith.aero/profile/RobertDRiat
<p>Thanks Rob. I have another motive for going with B&C. They are located</p>
<p>here in Kansas within driving distance from me, seem to have a good reputation</p>
<p>and have been very quick to respond to my questions. I guess time will tell if</p>
<p>I made the right decision. I purchased a fairly high time 0200, am completely</p>
<p>rebuilding it and it’s also questionable about that decision. Too late to turn back</p>
<p>now!</p>
<p>Thanks Rob. I have another motive for going with B&C. They are located</p>
<p>here in Kansas within driving distance from me, seem to have a good reputation</p>
<p>and have been very quick to respond to my questions. I guess time will tell if</p>
<p>I made the right decision. I purchased a fairly high time 0200, am completely</p>
<p>rebuilding it and it’s also questionable about that decision. Too late to turn back</p>
<p>now!</p> I was comparing the Skytech t…tag:zenith.aero,2020-01-31:2606393:Comment:7081992020-01-31T13:01:25.693ZRob Ahttps://zenith.aero/profile/RobertArchibald
<p>I was comparing the Skytech to the B&C starter and it looks like the Skytech is about 2# lighter then the B&C (for an O200). Also turns out to be about $200 CAD cheaper.</p>
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<p>I was comparing the Skytech to the B&C starter and it looks like the Skytech is about 2# lighter then the B&C (for an O200). Also turns out to be about $200 CAD cheaper.</p>
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