Can a starter motor be used as a generator?
Yes, a starter motor could be set up and driven as a generator. Cars no longer use generators. They use alternators, which produce AC output that is converted to DC. That is because they are much lighter, and cheaper, than generators.
Where are just alternators and starter motors located?
Just Alternators and Starter Motors, Mistral Farm, Brook Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2ER E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 01489 788121
What’s the difference between a starter and an alternator?
Starters and Alternators Definitions… What is a Starter? “Astarter (also starting motor, or starter motor) is an electric motor that rotates an internal combustion engine to cause the engine to begin powering itself” OR “A starter is an electric motor needed to turn over the engine to start it”.
When does an alternator need to be replaced?
Starters and alternators wear out with time, hence, need replacement. Alternators usually fail when the charging systems have higher electrical demands. Keep a regular check on the alternator as the symptoms of failure are not always visible. On the other hand, fuel injection has increased the life of starters.
How much does a small engine starter motor cost?
Small engine starter motor: £45 Large/diesel engine starter motor: £65- sometimes more, sometimes less Alternator repair: £45-65(the newest alternators may require more expensive parts) More precise quotes will be given on contact
Starters and Alternators Definitions… What is a Starter? “Astarter (also starting motor, or starter motor) is an electric motor that rotates an internal combustion engine to cause the engine to begin powering itself” OR “A starter is an electric motor needed to turn over the engine to start it”.
How to contact just alternators and starter motors?
Just Alternators and Starter Motors – Repairing, reconditioning and servicing alternators and starter motors Just Alternators and Starter Motors Opening hours: 9am-5pm Tel: 01489 788121 E-mail: [email protected] Home About Prices Location Address Testing, servicing, reconditioning, repairing (and new), alternators and starter motors
Can a loose alternator cause a car to not start?
Alternator and Starter Diagnosis. A loose starter may crank an engine slowly, noisily or not at all. Loose bolts will make for a weak ground connection. The starter may also flop around, slip, chatter or fail to engage depending on how loose it is. Sometimes the engine won’t crank even though the starter will spin.
Small engine starter motor: £45 Large/diesel engine starter motor: £65- sometimes more, sometimes less Alternator repair: £45-65(the newest alternators may require more expensive parts) More precise quotes will be given on contact Repair time is one day, possibly half a day.