Cars are becoming an increasingly common means of transport. In fact, every person at some stage in their life has experience with using a car and must learn how to operate it at least in the basic sense. Many of us can refuel the car, change oil and windscreen washer fluid. We can also handle the radio receiver in the car and we know how to lower or raise the windows. But let's try to remember all the situations when something in our car didn't work and we had no idea what it was about. In such situations we need the support of a specialist. In the long run, however, it is worthwhile to take an interest in deepening our knowledge of how the car works. One of the most important elements in the car is voltage regulator, which is responsible for battery charging systems. Learning about voltage regulators can have a significant impact on your car's handling skills.
Voltage regulators
Blow Car Voltage Step-up Regulator V400 - 12V/230V 200W + USB
Converter allows you to use devices that require 230V power through the car lighter slot. It is ideal for powering laptops, netbooks, chargers and other equipment. It provides...AZO Digital DC/AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-2000 - 24VDC / 230VAC 2000W - car
The converter allows you to use devices that require AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V. Ideally suited for powering laptops, USB devices, printers,...AZO Digital DC / AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-4000 - 12VDC / 230VAC 4000W - car
The converter allows you to use devices that require AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 12 V . Ideally suited for powering laptops, USB devices, printers,...AZO Digital DC / AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-4000 - 24VDC / 230VAC 4000W - car
The converter allows you to use devices that require AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V . Ideally suited for powering laptops, USB devices, printers,...AZO Digital DC / AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-2000S - 24VDC / 230VAC 2000W - sine
The converter produces AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V . Provides a full sinusoidal output. Ideally suited for laptops, printers, cash registers,...AZO Digital DC / AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-400 - 24VDC / 230VAC 400W - car
The converter allows you to use devices that require AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V. Ideally suited for powering laptops, USB devices, printers,...AZO Digital Step Up/Down Voltage Regulator PC-100-24V 10-30V/24V 100W
The converter increases the voltage of the car installation. Allows you to use devices that require 24V power through a voltage source from 10V to 30V . Ideally suited...AZO Digital DC/AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-3200 - 24VDC / 230VAC 3200W - car
The converter allows you to use devices that require AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V . Ideally suited for laptops, USB devices, printers, cash...DC/DC step-down converter AZO Digital PS-250-24V 30-80V/24V 250W
Low voltage converter. Allows you to use devices that require 24V power through a voltage source from 30V to 80V . It is ideal for powering a CB radio, portable...- On sale!
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DC/AC step-up converter AZO Digital IPS-1200S 24/230V ECO Mode 1200W
The converter allows you to use devices that require 230V power through the car 24V lighter socket. Ideally suited for powering laptops, netbooks, chargers and other...Step-Down Voltage Regulator XL4015 - 1,3V-36V 5A
Module with XL4015 step-down pulse inverter. Input voltage from 3.3 V to 36 V. Maximum continuous output current 5 A. Output voltage adjustable from 1.3 V to 36 V.Step-Down Voltage Regulator D24V6F9 - 9V 0,6A - Pololu 2108
Step-down converter with 9 V output voltage. Maximum current up to 600 mA. Supply voltage in the range 10.5 V - 42 V.Car Voltage Reducer AZO Digital RV-16 - 24/12V 70W
Reducer to reduce the voltage of the car installation. Allows you to use devices that require 12 V (13.8 V) power through the car 24 V cigarette lighter socket ....DC/DC step-up/down converter AZO Digital PC-100 10-30V/13.8V 100W
The converter increases the voltage of the car installation. Allows you to use devices that require 13.8V power supply from 10V to 30V . Ideally suited to power CB radio,...Step-Up/Step-Down Voltage Regulator S18V20F9 - 9V 2A - Pololu 2576
Step-up/step-down converter with 9 V output voltage. Maximum current 2 A . Power supply 3 V - 30 V.DC/AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator 24VDC / 230VAC 350/500W - car - Volt IPS-500 Plus
The IPS-500 Plus Volt Converter allows you to power devices that require 230 V AC , from a 24 V DC car lighter. It is perfect for places where there is no direct access to...Step-Up Voltage Regulator 50W adjustable 12-35V/6A
Upgrade inverter with adjustable output voltage from 12 to 35 V. The permissible input voltage range is 10 V - 32 V and maximum power is 50 W .Step-Up Voltage Regulator NCP1402 - 3,3V 0,2A - Pololu 2114
Miniature step-up converter. Input voltage 0.8 V to 3.3 V. Output current 200 mA. Output voltage 3.3 V.Step-Up Voltage Regulator U3V70F15 - 15V 10A - Pololu 2896
Step-up converter with 15 V output voltage. Maximum current up to 10 A. Supply voltage from 2.9 V to 15 V.AZO Digital DC / AC Step-Up Voltage Regulator IPS-1200S - 24VDC / 230VAC 1200W - sine
The converter produces AC 230 V using batteries or car installations with DC 24 V . Provides a full sinusoidal output. Ideally suited for laptops, printers, cash registers,...Step-Down Voltage Converter D36V28F6 - 6V 2,7A - Pololu 3783
A step-down converter with a supply voltage of 6.3 V to 50 V . The output voltage is 6 V and the current capacity is 2 A to 4 A, typical is 2.7 A. The module dimensions are...Step-Down Voltage Regulator with Display LM2596 - 3.2V-35V 3A
LM2596 step-down converter module. Input voltage from 3.2 V to 40 V. Maximum continuous output current 3 A. Output voltage adjustable from 3.2 V to 35 V. Built-in display shows...D36V6ALV - Adjustable Step-down Voltage Regulator 2,5V-7,5V 0,6A - Pololu 3798
A step-down converter operating with an input voltage between 4 V and 50 V . The output voltage is regulated by a built-in potentiometer from 2.5 V to 7.5 V with a maximum...Step-Up/Step-Down Voltage Regulator S10V3F9 - 9V 0,3A - Pololu 2095
Step-up/step-down converter with 9 V output voltage. Maximum current 300 mA. Power supply 2.5 V - 18 V.How does the voltage regulator work?
A voltage regulator is an electronic or electromechanical system that is used as an element in the battery charging system in motor vehicles. Its task is to keep the voltage generated by the generator or alternator constant despite changes in engine speed. In practice, the voltage is not maintained at a constant level, but to a certain extent, depending mainly on the generator speed, alternator load and current-voltage characteristics of the battery. Adjustment is done by changing the excitation current of the generator. In electro-mechanical systems impulse regulation is used with three levels of excitation (full, partial, off). The electronic circuits use pulsed switching on and off of the excitation current, depending on the voltage at the generator output. In current alternator designs, the voltage regulator together with the brush holding elements forms a whole and is part of the alternator. It is important to recognize at what point the failure may occur.
Check that the voltage regulator works properly
A universal meter or voltmeter is used to control the operation of this component. They help to measure two issues: whether a current is coming from the alternator to the regulator and whether the regulator output generates the correct charging voltage. Please note that checking its operation is only possible with the motor running. In addition, although it may seem that the universal meter is a simple and inexpensive device, there are a few important points to bear in mind. The meter must be correctly set to display reliable results of the voltage control, and, in addition, when checking the regulator, it is important to set the meter to an appropriate DC value. The voltage of this element should be measured in every possible wire configuration. You can check whether its value is correct by comparing its result with the manufacturer's information contained in the service booklet of the car. When replacing the voltage regulator, make sure you have done the research on how to do it and which components can work properly with your car.
Hunting for regulators
When choosing a replacement regulator, it is worthwhile to explore the subject and approach the exchange with care. The regulator should be compatible with our car model and with the trust of customers already gained. Apart from that, it may be essential that it comes from a proven source. In our Botland shop you can find a wide range of top quality regulators, which have been carefully selected from best manufacturers. Botland employees are also passionate about electronics and motoring, so it is extremely important for us to recommend equipment worthy of attention and its price. In our offer you can find step-up, step-down, step-up/step-down systems, bypass voltage regulators and many other products that can be helpful when replacing the regulator. In addition, you can find in our shop converters with USB output, which can be additionally used as phone chargers. Check our offer and you can certainly find what you are looking for - in the best value for money.