Browse Publications Technical Papers 2002-01-1281
2002-03-04

Pad Mount Alternators: Benefits & Advantages and Specification Proposal 2002-01-1281

The swivel-type hinge mount specified in SAE J180 has been the standard alternator mounting for many years. However, in the mid-1990's on-highway applications began to experience vibration related failures due to casting excitation. This led to the eventual development of a stationary “pad mount” system in combination with an automatic belt tensioner. This paper will review the system component life and benefits of pad mount, and proposes an industry mounting standard for further application usage.

SAE MOBILUS

Subscribers can view annotate, and download all of SAE's content. Learn More »

Access SAE MOBILUS »

Preview Document Add to Cart
Members save up to 16% off list price.
Login to see discount.
Special Offer: Download multiple Technical Papers each year? TechSelect is a cost-effective subscription option to select and download 12-100 full-text Technical Papers per year. Find more information here.
We also recommend:
STANDARD

Laboratory Testing of Vehicle and Industrial Heat Exchangers for Pressure-Cycle Durability

J1597_202108

View Details

TECHNICAL PAPER

Test Methodology with Shock Loads and Fatigue Limit of Press Fitted Gears on Shaft

2013-01-2794

View Details

TECHNICAL PAPER

DEVELOPMENT OF A CABIN PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR TRANSPORT TYPE AIRCRAFT

560282

View Details

X