volt or amp meter
Posted: Wed Jul 31, 2013 8:05 pm
which is best? i have a dynamo fitted at present,
might get a alternator later
might get a alternator later
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volt or amp meter
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Re: volt or amp meter
Posted: Wed Jul 31, 2013 9:21 pm
Amps.....
Re: volt or amp meter
Posted: Thu Aug 01, 2013 12:41 am
YES AMPS !!!!!
Re: volt or amp meter
Posted: Thu Aug 01, 2013 10:33 pm
An ammeter is best for dynamo as it will show how much you are charging or discharging - very important with this set-up.
A voltmeter would be more useful with an ammeter, due to current output never being a problem, this instrument allowing you keep an eye on the battery's condition.
A voltmeter would be more useful with an ammeter, due to current output never being a problem, this instrument allowing you keep an eye on the battery's condition.
Re: volt or amp meter
Posted: Thu Aug 01, 2013 10:45 pm
An ammeter will show instantly if there a charging fault, eg if you switch the headlights on and it shows a discharge instead of a small charge. Could be just a loose fan belt
Re: volt or amp meter
Posted: Fri Aug 02, 2013 12:03 am
thanks guys. amp meter it is then 