What makes Balmar alternators and regulators so special?
In order to really understand the difference between Balmar charging equipment and the average alternator and regulator, it’s important to understand our goal in designing and building a Balmar alternator. In an automotive application, the alternator’s function is to keep a starting battery happy while supplying power to electrical/electronic operations needed to operate the vehicle (i.e., headlights, cassette deck, vanity mirror lights, etc.). In this environment, a simple, internally-regulated alternator is usually more than sufficient to get the job done. In the marine environment, the alternator and regulator must support a much greater battery capacity to fulfill engine and house battery loads. The alternator and regulator must also be able to charge effectively at lower rpms and live in an inhospitable environment. In addition, the alternator and regulator may sit for long periods between uses (surprisingly, one of the toughest aspects of alternator life). At the same time, this
