How do you make a hand powered AC generator?

In summary, the conversation is about building a car alternator and seeking advice on how to do it. The suggestion is to look up information on car alternators and use a household electric motor as the mechanical input. The motor will then act as a generator to produce AC.
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Does anybody know?

The basics? A procedure? Anything i'll be glad with anybody's advice.

Thank you.
 
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Start by looking up information on a car alternator, these produce AC. There is a lot of information available about them so you should be able to get an idea on how to build one.
 
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Take just about any household electric motor (i.e. clothes dryer electric motor that you can find in a junk yard, or you can use a stepper motor out of a printer). Basically, use the input leads for the electrical output. Fashion a crank to the mechanical output shaft for the mechanical input. Voila! Motors and generators are usually reciprocal devices (but there are exceptions).
 

1. How does a hand powered AC generator work?

A hand powered AC generator works by converting mechanical energy from the motion of the hand into electrical energy. The generator has a rotor, which rotates when the hand crank is turned, and a stator, which contains wire coils that are stationary. As the rotor turns, it creates a magnetic field that cuts across the wire coils, inducing an alternating current (AC) in the coils.

2. What materials are needed to make a hand powered AC generator?

The materials needed to make a hand powered AC generator include a rotor and stator, wire coils, a magnet, a hand crank, and a base to hold the generator in place. The rotor and stator can be made from any non-magnetic material, such as wood or plastic. The wire coils should be made from a conductive material, such as copper wire. The magnet can be a permanent magnet or an electromagnet.

3. Can a hand powered AC generator produce enough electricity to power a device?

It depends on the size and efficiency of the generator. A small hand powered AC generator may only produce enough electricity to power a small LED light or charge a phone, while a larger and more efficient generator may be able to power larger devices such as a laptop or even a small household appliance.

4. How do you increase the output of a hand powered AC generator?

The output of a hand powered AC generator can be increased by increasing the number of wire coils in the stator, increasing the strength of the magnet, or increasing the speed at which the hand crank is turned. Additionally, using more efficient materials and designs can also increase the output of the generator.

5. Is it possible to store the electricity generated by a hand powered AC generator?

Yes, it is possible to store the electricity generated by a hand powered AC generator using a battery. The generator can be connected to a battery and used to charge it, allowing the stored electricity to be used later. This can be useful for powering devices when the generator is not in use or when there is no access to an electrical outlet.

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