Voltage Regulator? - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-29T12:36:52Zhttps://zenith.aero/forum/topics/voltage-regulator?xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHi, Dennis;
Well, *techinica…tag:zenith.aero,2022-05-21:2606393:Comment:8695452022-05-21T18:23:49.069ZCarl Ortonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/CarlOrton
<p>Hi, Dennis;</p>
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<p>Well, *techinically* I solved it - went with a Hartzell EX14-50 lightweight alternator. Although I've started the engine, I never flipped the alt field switch (duh) so unk about what it was putting out.</p>
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<p>Hi, Dennis;</p>
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<p>Well, *techinically* I solved it - went with a Hartzell EX14-50 lightweight alternator. Although I've started the engine, I never flipped the alt field switch (duh) so unk about what it was putting out.</p>
<p></p> Hey, wondering if you ever re…tag:zenith.aero,2022-05-21:2606393:Comment:8695422022-05-21T16:05:10.087ZDennis Mitchellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/DennisMitchell
<p>Hey, wondering if you ever resolved the regulator issue? We have an O-200 with the alternator DOFFxxxxx it puts out 16 volts and using Ford regulator VR4xx (I don’t have the exact p/n with me). We’re using a GRT EFIS and EIS and it’s showing a constant 15+ volts. We’ve increased the warning to 15.4 and it is still a problem.</p>
<p>Maybe I don’t understand but it seems the regulator should take the output of the alternator and “regulate” to the proper value. In this case something around…</p>
<p>Hey, wondering if you ever resolved the regulator issue? We have an O-200 with the alternator DOFFxxxxx it puts out 16 volts and using Ford regulator VR4xx (I don’t have the exact p/n with me). We’re using a GRT EFIS and EIS and it’s showing a constant 15+ volts. We’ve increased the warning to 15.4 and it is still a problem.</p>
<p>Maybe I don’t understand but it seems the regulator should take the output of the alternator and “regulate” to the proper value. In this case something around 13.5 volts.</p>
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<p>any comments are appreciated </p>
<p>Dennis M</p> Hi Carl, I've got the B &…tag:zenith.aero,2019-12-22:2606393:Comment:7035852019-12-22T01:45:09.148ZLonnie Fosgatehttps://zenith.aero/profile/LonnieFosgate611
<p>Hi Carl, I've got the B & C 10 amp model on my 0200, saves a bunch of weight for sure. But the guy that installed it didn't hook it up right so it toasted the VR. Waiting for a new one to arrive, I'll put it in. I like the 10 lbs. lighter idea even if it is only 10 amps.</p>
<p>Hi Carl, I've got the B & C 10 amp model on my 0200, saves a bunch of weight for sure. But the guy that installed it didn't hook it up right so it toasted the VR. Waiting for a new one to arrive, I'll put it in. I like the 10 lbs. lighter idea even if it is only 10 amps.</p> No Oshkosh this go around but…tag:zenith.aero,2019-07-13:2606393:Comment:6839212019-07-13T22:16:01.628ZSteven Wardhttps://zenith.aero/profile/StevenWard
<p>No Oshkosh this go around but I will fly my 750 there hopefully next time. I ordered one from Amazon, Tru-Tech VR166T for about $15. I have bare minimum steam gauges and no glass. The aviation regulators I believe, have over voltage protection and are pretty pricey. They look identical on the outside to me tho. Builders with expensive glass would probably want the aviation brand but I think the cheaper one will be all I need. </p>
<p>No Oshkosh this go around but I will fly my 750 there hopefully next time. I ordered one from Amazon, Tru-Tech VR166T for about $15. I have bare minimum steam gauges and no glass. The aviation regulators I believe, have over voltage protection and are pretty pricey. They look identical on the outside to me tho. Builders with expensive glass would probably want the aviation brand but I think the cheaper one will be all I need. </p> Found my copy!
just curious.…tag:zenith.aero,2019-07-13:2606393:Comment:6839922019-07-13T14:04:08.261ZCarl Ortonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/CarlOrton
<p>Found my copy!</p>
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<p>just curious......did you use the year/vehicle he cited in the book?</p>
<p>Found my copy!</p>
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<p>just curious......did you use the year/vehicle he cited in the book?</p> Thanks, Steven;
Sounds like w…tag:zenith.aero,2019-07-13:2606393:Comment:6840532019-07-13T02:06:40.659ZCarl Ortonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/CarlOrton
<p>Thanks, Steven;</p>
<p>Sounds like we have the same alternator. Motorcraft/Electrosystems.</p>
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<p>I have a copy of the AeroElectric Connection somewhere....now the challenge is to find it!</p>
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<p>Glad you're making good progress with your engine. Going to Oshkosh? I've been working on my shopping list....</p>
<p>Thanks, Steven;</p>
<p>Sounds like we have the same alternator. Motorcraft/Electrosystems.</p>
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<p>I have a copy of the AeroElectric Connection somewhere....now the challenge is to find it!</p>
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<p>Glad you're making good progress with your engine. Going to Oshkosh? I've been working on my shopping list....</p> Hi Carl, my alternator on my…tag:zenith.aero,2019-07-13:2606393:Comment:6839822019-07-13T00:26:30.377ZSteven Wardhttps://zenith.aero/profile/StevenWard
<p>Hi Carl, my alternator on my O-200 is a Motorcraft. You may have heard of The AeroElectric Connection by Bob knockulls. Its a book that has a lot of info. On page 52, he discusses using inexpensive automotive regulators. I used one on my O-200 but haven't started it yet but its very soon. </p>
<p>Hi Carl, my alternator on my O-200 is a Motorcraft. You may have heard of The AeroElectric Connection by Bob knockulls. Its a book that has a lot of info. On page 52, he discusses using inexpensive automotive regulators. I used one on my O-200 but haven't started it yet but its very soon. </p>