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A vehicle's charging system maintains battery charge and supplies electrical loads while the engine runs. This circuit shows the main components and connections for a typical alternator-based system.
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Use alternator as the primary power source when engine is running
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Diode D_alt prevents battery discharge through alternator when stopped
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Charge lamp indicates charging status and provides field current excitation
Applicable to most 12V automotive electrical systems with an alternator and external or internal voltage regulator.