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Generator & Regulator: Description

Bosch generators are a conventional 3-phase, self-rectifying type. Bosch 55-amp through 75-amp generators have 3 positive and 3 negative diodes connected to stator windings to rectify current. Bosch 80-amp through 120-amp generators have 14 diodes. All generators use 3 exciter diodes connected to stator windings. These diodes turn off the generator indicator light and supply power to voltage regulator while engine is running. Voltage regulator is transistorized.