Regulator/Rectifier Replacement - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-29T08:25:10Zhttps://zenith.aero/forum/topics/regulator-rectifier-replacement?commentId=2606393%3AComment%3A806635&feed=yes&xn_auth=noAnother option for a for a 50…tag:zenith.aero,2022-08-19:2606393:Comment:8765842022-08-19T02:42:26.352ZTimothy Aanerudhttps://zenith.aero/profile/TimothyAanerud
<p>Another option for a for a 50 amp MOSFET Regulator/Rectifier Replacement</p>
<p><a href="https://revivalcycles.com/products/lifepo4-compatible-mosfet-regulator-rectifier">https://revivalcycles.com/products/lifepo4-compatible-mosfet-regulator-rectifier</a> </p>
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<p>Ray @ ULPower suggested this one. He's used it one at least one aircraft. I bought one today.</p>
<p>Another option for a for a 50 amp MOSFET Regulator/Rectifier Replacement</p>
<p><a href="https://revivalcycles.com/products/lifepo4-compatible-mosfet-regulator-rectifier">https://revivalcycles.com/products/lifepo4-compatible-mosfet-regulator-rectifier</a> </p>
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<p>Ray @ ULPower suggested this one. He's used it one at least one aircraft. I bought one today.</p> Duh, of course. tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-18:2606393:Comment:8667512022-04-18T01:00:11.832ZJohn Bellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnBell
<p>Duh, of course. </p>
<p>Duh, of course. </p> No I moved it to the firewall…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-18:2606393:Comment:8667502022-04-18T00:55:40.864ZScott Millerhttps://zenith.aero/profile/ScottMiller
<p>No I moved it to the firewall from the engine mount…see the picture below.</p>
<p>No I moved it to the firewall from the engine mount…see the picture below.</p> Did you keep the same mountin…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-18:2606393:Comment:8665832022-04-18T00:42:39.091ZJohn Bellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnBell
<p>Did you keep the same mounting position and air blast set up as the original?</p>
<p>Did you keep the same mounting position and air blast set up as the original?</p> That is exactly what I did. I…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-18:2606393:Comment:8665822022-04-18T00:28:12.857ZScott Millerhttps://zenith.aero/profile/ScottMiller
<p>That is exactly what I did. It was a very easy install. The only thing I did additional was add dielectric grease to the connectors. I check the connectors about twice a year and they are clean as new.</p>
<p>That is exactly what I did. It was a very easy install. The only thing I did additional was add dielectric grease to the connectors. I check the connectors about twice a year and they are clean as new.</p> I still have the original RR…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-18:2606393:Comment:8665812022-04-18T00:08:57.998ZJohn Bellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnBell
<p>I still have the original RR that came from UL. Checked the connections but have to check phase to phase voltage to be sure it’s not the alternator causing the issue.</p>
<p>once that is done, I’ll be ordering up the FH020aa.</p>
<p>Any install hints would be appreciated. I plan on just getting the DYI connector kit as all my existing tefzel line should be good. I already replaced the original 12awg DC wires with 10 awg so they should match the new connectors.</p>
<p>I still have the original RR that came from UL. Checked the connections but have to check phase to phase voltage to be sure it’s not the alternator causing the issue.</p>
<p>once that is done, I’ll be ordering up the FH020aa.</p>
<p>Any install hints would be appreciated. I plan on just getting the DYI connector kit as all my existing tefzel line should be good. I already replaced the original 12awg DC wires with 10 awg so they should match the new connectors.</p> My R/R has performed so well…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-17:2606393:Comment:8667482022-04-17T23:25:44.117ZScott Millerhttps://zenith.aero/profile/ScottMiller
<p>My R/R has performed so well that I have not even concerned myself with it since it was installed. Not sure why you are getting such a large voltage reading. Mine is always around 14.3 when running. Have you tried another voltmeter to ensure it is not that?</p>
<p>My R/R has performed so well that I have not even concerned myself with it since it was installed. Not sure why you are getting such a large voltage reading. Mine is always around 14.3 when running. Have you tried another voltmeter to ensure it is not that?</p> How has your RR performed so…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-17:2606393:Comment:8666672022-04-17T22:04:03.613ZJohn Bellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnBell
<p>How has your RR performed so far?</p>
<p>I’m prepping for first flight but my voltage is reading a steady 14.9-15 volts and I can’t find the cause. Ray Lawrence has been advising and I am trouble shooting with no results to date. I want to make sure it’s not an alternator issue before I order a Mosfet.</p>
<p>How has your RR performed so far?</p>
<p>I’m prepping for first flight but my voltage is reading a steady 14.9-15 volts and I can’t find the cause. Ray Lawrence has been advising and I am trouble shooting with no results to date. I want to make sure it’s not an alternator issue before I order a Mosfet.</p> what was the model number for…tag:zenith.aero,2022-04-08:2606393:Comment:8656382022-04-08T07:05:17.393ZBrian Tollefsonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/BrianTollefson
<p>what was the model number for the R/R you got? I see 2 different model numbers suggested in this post.</p>
<p>what was the model number for the R/R you got? I see 2 different model numbers suggested in this post.</p> Yes, I hand bent an aluminum…tag:zenith.aero,2021-01-22:2606393:Comment:8066352021-01-22T17:49:00.179ZScott Millerhttps://zenith.aero/profile/ScottMiller
<p>Yes, I hand bent an aluminum bracket from scrap. I wanted some offset from the firewall for heat dissipation. It is not required but was easy to bend so I added it...It also keeps the wires from resting right up at the firewall as well (easier to install and remove).</p>
<p>Yes, I hand bent an aluminum bracket from scrap. I wanted some offset from the firewall for heat dissipation. It is not required but was easy to bend so I added it...It also keeps the wires from resting right up at the firewall as well (easier to install and remove).</p>