Thread: How many diodes in an alternator (external regulator)
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I would say that for a 3 phase alternator, you need two diodes to rectify each phase for a total of 6.

Then you need 3 more for the diode trio.

My opinion is 9.
Old 08-06-2002, 02:27 PM
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