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--- electrical:12v:alternator [2022/07/16 11:47]
frater_secessus [sizing an isolator]
+++ electrical:12v:alternator [2022/07/16 11:48]
frater_secessus [sudden disconnection]
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 **Sudden disconnection of a large load((including a charging battery)) when the alternator is running** can damage the alternator and any operating chassis electronics.  Sudden disconnection can occur when:
-  * an isolator shuts off due to current beyond it's rating
+  * an isolator shuts off for whatever reason
   * a BMS shuts off lithium charging.  This can include overvoltage, overcurrent, temperature extremes, etc.
-The existence of the starter battery should attenuate the problem but keep the issue in mind.
+The existence of the vehicle's starter battery in the circuit should attenuate or eliminate the problem but keep the issue in mind.

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