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George,
Most factory built a/c have 24 volt systems now.............The easy availability of the automotive
alternators probably is ths reason most experimental a/c have 12 volt systems............The cost of
24 volt batteries and alternators is a major factor also...............IMHO
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Kelly Troyer
"Dyke Delta"_13B ROTARY Engine
"RWS"_RD1C/EC2/EM2
"Mistral"_Backplate/Oil Manifold
-------------- Original message from "George Lendich" <lendich@aanet.com.au>: --------------
Kelly,
Being electronically challenged I had a quick look. It says 24 volts is better for aircraft use eliminating the need for extra batteries and alternator, I'm wondering why builders collectively don't already go that way. Are there complications or additional expenses to be considered or are auto conversions typically locked in to a 12 volt system for one reason or another - perhaps just the alternator.
George ( down under)
Group,
Some of you may have already seen this and to others this may be knowledge that you carry
around in your head and use everyday but to someone like me whose schooling in AC/DC (Navy)
electricity was 50 plus years ago and also something I do not use everyday the following link has
refreshed my old brain..............Hope some of the group finds it useful..............
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Kelly Troyer
"Dyke Delta"_13B ROTARY Engine
"RWS"_RD1C/EC2/EM2
"Mistral"_Backplate/Oil Manifold
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