fusible link questions

[Greg Hermann]

>In a message dated 99-02-04 16:50:15 EST, pford at qnx.com writes:
>
>>>
>>>   Also -- An alternator is not designed so that its diodes limit its output
>>> current. The stator does that.
>>
>>I think I said that the regulator limits current ( buts it's been a long
>>day) ( the mechanical regulators had an overcurrent cutoff)
>>
>>
>
>Mechanical regulators for generators had current limiting and voltage relays.
>Mechanical and electronic regulators for alternators have voltage limiting
>only.
>
>Batteries used in a old generator system seemed to last forever while the same
>type/brand battery would have a limited life in a alternator system.  Lead
>acid automotive batteries like a short/high current discharge and a long/ low
>current recharge.  The current limiting a generator provides helps battery
>life.
>
>A alternator is current limited by the size of the stator windings and , to a
>lesser extent, the size of the rotor ( field ) windings.
>
>
>Harold

OK--so who's gonna be the first to suggest building a device to limit the
charging rate of the battery (and to correct charging voltage (to the
battery only) for battery temperature, while we're at it??

Regards, Greg