voltmeter readings

[Alejo]

Hi! I run a Johnson 150HP Fast Strike 1995 outboard equipped with Faria voltmeter. At idle or 1000rpm voltmeter reads 12V, at higher rpms (2500 to 3500 or more) reading is 14.5 V.<br />Is this normal? Should I check voltage regulator or alternator?? Tks in advance for your comments

 

[Laddies]

Re: voltmeter readings

Thats about normal the alternator don't do much at idle

 

[Alejo]

Re: voltmeter readings

You mean that alternator/volt regulator supply a variable output voltage depending on rpms?

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: voltmeter readings

Alejo,<br /><br />That is exactly how they work.<br /><br />DHP

 

[Silvertip]

Re: voltmeter readings

A regulator regulates the high end voltage to prevent over charging. It does not have any affect on the low end.

 

[Alejo]

Re: voltmeter readings

Tks for the input gents. Have a nice week-end, greetings from Buenos Aires, where spring is welcoming boaters!

 

[Scaaty]

Re: voltmeter readings

Originally posted by Alejo:<br /> greetings from Buenos Aires, where spring is welcoming boaters!

That does it...I'm moving!