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How much power does it take to run an alternator?

« on: November 23, 2009, 03:04:07 PM »

How much engine horse power does an alternator take to make power?

How much power does it take to run an alternator?

An alternator typically takes about 1 HP (horse power) for every 25 amps of power generated. So, a 100 amp alternator will require about 4 HP at full output. Most alternators do not operate at full output for very long.


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