How to control the field current of an alternator by using PWM?

[CDRIVE]

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Chris

 

[skenn_ie]

Hello,

How can I use a PWM to control the field current of an alternator?

Don't forget to include a bypass/freewheel diode to prevent the high voltage on the collector of the power transistor. Better to use a DC-DC converter. Lower ripple current on input and output. Alternatively, break the feedback to the built-in regulator and use that to control the field current.