I've been looking at high output car alternators (140A and up). What I "need/want" is no more than 40A (be happy with a 30A). Problem is if I get a small alternator like that it would be pushing its max while if I got 140A alternator it would be operating at 1/4 of its rated capacity. Theory is seems good but now what I need is a regulator that would limit the output to the 40A.
I am having a hard time finding any circuits or off-the-shelf DC to DC regulators or buck converters that would be suitable for these amperages. I get it that it could dump out heat but cant it be mitigated with a fan? Any ideas?
I am having a hard time finding any circuits or off-the-shelf DC to DC regulators or buck converters that would be suitable for these amperages. I get it that it could dump out heat but cant it be mitigated with a fan? Any ideas?