Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Rotor With Slip Rings
The rotor consists of two halves (claw-poles) which interlock. The halves are pressed onto the rotor shaft. There are twelve claws on the rotor, i. e. twelve poles. One half consists of six north poles and the other half six south poles. The excitation winding is secured on the rotor shaft between the claw-pole halves. The excitation winding (also known as rotor winding) consists of a circular coil surrounded by the claw-poles and connected to the slip rings. The charge regulator supplies a magnetic current through carbon brushes positioned against the slip rings. The higher the current in the rotor the stronger the magnet field of the rotor, and therefore the higher the current generated in the windings of the stator.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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