Sorry if this has been asked. Are these alternators more effective than an automobile alternator ? cc > On May 20, 2008, at 7:35 PM, Apptech wrote: > >> Easier to build: >> > http://www.otherpower.com:80/wardalt.html > > Somewhat. > Even the minor machining is notionally not needed if glue is > good. If. > > 1 phase design which is fine enough. > > Stator iron magnetics is a bit primitive but bearable. > > Lack of control of airgap height due to poor glueing > technique is very poor. Using fixed height spacers when > clamping and glueing coils would be easy and highly > desirable. > > > Russell McMahon > -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist