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For Most People, The Only Alternator Rating They Are Familiar With Is The Amperage Rating. Alternators Are Spoken Of As A 65 Amp Or 100 Amp Alternator. When Replacing The Alternator On The Family Car, This Is Probably The Only Information That Is Necessary. After All, All One Needs Is An Alternator That Matches The Original. When Building A Custom Car From The Ground Up However, A Deeper Understanding Of The Power Curve Of An Alternator Is Required. Usually A Custom Pulley Or So-Called ''Power Pulley'' Set Is Used With A Performance Alternator. A Mismatched Pulley Ratio And Alternator Will Spell Trouble, Especially At Idle Speeds Where Alternator Performance Is Critical. To Avoid This, It Is Important To Understand The Alternator'S Capability At Slow Speeds. An Alternator'S Output Is Dependent On Speed, But This Can Be Deceiving Because This Output Is Not Linear. Instead, It Follows A Curve. Each Alternator Has A Unique Curve, And At Idle Small Changes In The Alternator'S Speed Can Make A Big Difference In Its Output Capacity. Because Of The Preceding, Pulley Ratios Are Very Important, Especially When Using High Amperage Alternators. The Pulley That Are Supplied With The Alternator Are Matched To The Winding And Power Curve. It Is Important That Any Dress Up Pulley Sets Do Not Deviate From This Ratio. Typically, A Street Driven Car Should Have A Pulley Ratio Of At Least 3:1. If The Vehicle Has An Automatic Transmission With A Low Idle And The Vehicle Spends A Lot Of Time Cruising, Then A Higher Pulley Ratio - Perhaps 3.5:1 - Should Be Used. Alternators Can Take High Speeds Up To 20,000 Rpms For Short Periods, So Overdriving The Unit Is Not A Problem. The Output Of High Amp Alternators Can Drop Off Substantially Under 2400 Rotor Rpms. Therefore, Powermaster Does Not Recommend Power Pulleys With High Amp Alternators. Powermaster Uses A State-Of-The-Art Computer Alternator Dyno To Measure The Performance Of Each Alternator We Manufacture. Output Curves, Engine Idle Speeds, And Alternator Pulley Ratios Are Carefully Considered To Assure Good Drivability At Idle And Slow Cruising Speeds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the amperage rating of the Powermaster 17102 alternator?A: The Powermaster 17102 alternator has a rating of 100 amps, making it suitable for various high-performance applications.
Q: Is the Powermaster 17102 alternator compatible with all vehicles?A: The Powermaster 17102 alternator is designed primarily for GM 10DN applications. It's important to verify compatibility with your specific vehicle model before installation.
Q: How does the pulley ratio affect alternator performance?A: The pulley ratio is crucial for maintaining optimal alternator performance, especially at idle speeds. For street-driven vehicles, a pulley ratio of at least 3:1 is recommended.
Q: Can I use a power pulley with high amperage alternators?A: Powermaster does not recommend using power pulleys with high amperage alternators, as this can lead to significant output drops under 2400 rotor RPMs.
Q: What materials are used in the construction of the Powermaster 17102 alternator?A: The Powermaster 17102 alternator features a durable chrome finish, providing both aesthetic appeal and resistance to corrosion.
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