Can a bad rectifier damage a stator?

Can a bad rectifier damage a stator?

If the rectifier/regulator failure results in too low resistance the stator probably will burn (too much current). If I disconnect the rectifier/regulator the voltage will go up, but how high? Is it possible that the voltage will go high enough to destroy the isolation?

How do you know if your outboard rectifier is bad?

Symptoms of Bad Rectifier on Outboard Motor If the battery leads to a faulty regulator rectifier, this is easy to determine. When the battery causes the problem, you will struggle with poor starting, accessories malfunctioning and fluctuating meter readings.

How do I know if my stator is shorted?

Unplug the regulator from the stator and start the motor. Probe each stator pin with the test light one at a time. If the bulb lights when connected between any of the stator plug pins and ground the stator is shorted and needs to be replaced.

What will a bad rectifier do?

A Bad Rectifier Won’t Charge the Battery If the alternator is not working, there will no power generation at all. As a result, the battery won’t be charged up. If the rectifier is not working, the generated alternating current (AC) from the alternator is not converted into direct current (DC).

How many volts should stator produce?

18 volts
For each 1000-rpm, a 32-amp stator should have 18 volts AC (VAC) per it. It should be 36 VAC by 2000. 54 VAC is what it should be at 3000 RPM. Each system should produce a certain amount of electricity.

Can a stator short out?

Even though your stator is still capable of developing an output, the electrical short between stator and system ground prevents the voltage regulator from working properly. It’s also possible that this condition may have damaged the voltage regulator as well, so have it checked out when you get the stator replaced.

What does rectifier do on motorcycle?

The rectifier regulator converts AC power to DC allowing the alternator to charge the battery, and controls the amount of power delivered to the battery. Without a functioning rectifier-regulator, a weak, dead, or overcharged battery would be the result.