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alternator v generator

Before we explain more about the differences between the two, you need to know what makes the alternator different from a generator. An alternator is a device which converts mechanical energy to electrical energy. Electromagnetic induction is the process in which a generator uses to create electricity. In short, an alternator is a power converter, and a generator is a power maker.

So, which one do you need? It depends on what you want to do. An alternator might be best if you require a consistent and reliable power source. But, if you're looking for something that is portable and usable at multiple places, a generator may be a better fit. Decide on what you need before in opting.

Alternator or generator for your power needs?

To understand what distinguishes an alternator from a generator, let’s examine how they both work. By generating a magnetic field, an alternator creates electricity. The generator uses a spinning coil in a magnetic field. It sounds complicated, but there’s an easy way to think about it: an alternator is a magic machine that transforms one type of power into another type of power, while a generator is a magic machine that generates power from nothing.

Energy of a spinning part gets converted to electric energy in an alternator. This occurs via a process known as electromagnetic induction. So to put this the other way, a magnetic field moves on a conductor and generates an electric current. A generator, on the other hand, generates electricity by rotating a wire coil inside a magnetic field, inducing a current through the wire. Both devices generate electricity, but they each do it differently.

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