What Is a Smart Charge Alternator
A Smart Alternator, Also Referred to as a Variable Voltage or Ecu Controlled Charging System, Runs at a Lower Voltage to a Traditional Alternator and Then...
A smart alternator, also referred to as a variable voltage or ECU controlled charging system, runs at a lower voltage to a traditional alternator and then increases the voltage dramatically when the driver lifts off, this high voltage (around 17VDC) quickly charges the battery.
What is smart charging alternator?
Smart alternators are essentially those that have their output voltage controlled externally via the Engine Control Unit (ECU) rather than by an internal voltage regulator as found on traditional alternators.
How does a smart charging system work?
Smart charging connects an electric vehicle to a charging device through a data connection and the charging device to a charging operator through another data connection.
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