Marine Alternators
Marine Alternators for Sale
An alternator is an electrical generator that converts mechanical energy into electricity VIA alternating current. The first alternator was invented in 1890 and by the 1960s, they found their way into cars and trucks, supplanting the old DC dynamo generator. Marine alternators are constructed in a similar fashion to the automotive grade alternator, with the notable exception of marine alternators being shielded from moisture and salt spray. Not only is water bad for electrical components, the salt in the ocean air and seawater is highly corrosive to metal, such as the copper innards of an alternator. Marine alternators also differ from automotive alternators by incorporating such marine-specific features including spark screens, double insulation, corrosion-resistant metals and coatings, battery-sensing regulators, and durable enclosed compartments. Discount Starter & Alternator specializes in brand new, aftermarket replacement alternators for inboard engines, outboard motors, sterndrives, and marine engines. No used starters and alternators or rebuilt marine starters here; our replacement marine alternators are brand new brand new units that meet or exceed OEM quality and are available in high-performance applications, as well as various outputs including 35 amp, 94 amp, and 100 amp alternators. Browse our online inventory for Mercruiser alternators, Mercruiser 350 alternator, Mercury Mariner alternator, alternator for Yanmar marine engines, Marine Power alternators and more. Shop online with full confidence and find top quality, OEM-spec replacement alternators for marine engines at Discount Starter & Alternator.
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