Fix a Regulator in Circuit: Step-by-Step Guide

[kyriakos]

Hello guys,

I have a question and I would really appreciate your help.

In a circuit, how do we fix a regulator, if air goes through? What do we have to adjust, or remove from the circuit?

Best regards

 

[Ronie Bayron]

Hello guys,

I have a question and I would really appreciate your help.

In a circuit, how do we fix a regulator, if air goes through? What do we have to adjust, or remove from the circuit?

Best regards

A regulator of what kind? Voltage? Be specific

 

[davenn]

In a circuit, how do we fix a regulator, if air goes through? What do we have to adjust, or remove from the circuit?

A regulator of what kind? Voltage? Be specific

As Ronie said ... give us the information so we can help you

also give is a circuit diagram and maybe even a sharp and clear photo of your project/piece of equipmentDave

 

[kyriakos]

Hello, sorry for not mentioning what type of regulator it is. It is a voltage regulator.
I do not have any circuit I am afraid. The reason I am asking this questions, is because I have to solve a technical test question for a job, and it is based on a voltage regulator. I was told that I need to know what it does, how it works and how to fix it. Also, I was told to know what is on one side of a regulator, and what on another (I don't really understand that to be honest). I tried to get all information I could, but unfortunately I am a bit lost as this is the first time I am dealing with regulators.

Thank you very much guys, and I apologize for not saying all these info at the beginning.

 

[the_emi_guy]

Hello, sorry for not mentioning what type of regulator it is. It is a voltage regulator.
I do not have any circuit I am afraid. The reason I am asking this questions, is because I have to solve a technical test question for a job, and it is based on a voltage regulator. I was told that I need to know what it does, how it works and how to fix it. Also, I was told to know what is on one side of a regulator, and what on another (I don't really understand that to be honest). I tried to get all information I could, but unfortunately I am a bit lost as this is the first time I am dealing with regulators.

Thank you very much guys, and I apologize for not saying all these info at the beginning.

There are voltage regulators used in power distribution that weight tons, used in microelectronics that fit on the tip of your finger, and everything in between.

 

[kyriakos]

There are voltage regulators used in power distribution that weight tons, used in microelectronics that fit on the tip of your finger, and everything in between.

Thank you for your response. But, unfortunately this info is not what I am looking for, as I need to know what it does, how it works and how to fix it. Also, I was told that there is something on one side of a regulator in a circuit, and something on the other side of a regulator on a circuit, which I don't know to be honest what they usually are.

 

[Ronie Bayron]

Thank you for your response. But, unfortunately this info is not what I am looking for, as I need to know what it does, how it works and how to fix it. Also, I was told that there is something on one side of a regulator in a circuit, and something on the other side of a regulator on a circuit, which I don't know to be honest what they usually are.

Here is a link, google usually helps a lot http://www.ti.com/lit/an/snva558/snva558.pdf.

Excess supply voltage is excess energy so as outrageous demand current. Practically, one way to control voltage is to dissipate this excess energy as a form of heat. Then, if its too much other than the designed, the device will fail, certainly.

If in any case you haven't seen one

 

[billy_joule]

• If you stop beating around the bush and state the interview question word for word I'm sure we can help.
• In broad terms there is a supply side, which may or may not vary, and a regulated side, which shouldn't vary, and that applies to mechanical, electrical and chemical regulation.

 

[davenn]

Thank you for your response. But, unfortunately this info is not what I am looking for, as I need to know what it does, how it works and how to fix it.

well since you didn't respond with the information asked for to help you
we still have no idea what sort of regulator or what circuit it is in

so I ask again
PLEASE answer the questions I put in post #3regards
Dave

 

[jim hardy]

Dont ask us to guess.

What industry ?

http://www.bowersflybaby.com/tech/spark2.html

More on Delco-Remy Generator/Regulator Systems

Set spring tension and air gaps, burnish the contacts.

 

[davenn]

Dont ask us to guess.

What industry ?

http://www.bowersflybaby.com/tech/spark2.htmlSet spring tension and air gaps, burnish the contacts.

I remember those things in older cars, are they still used anywhere ?Dave

 

[Averagesupernova]

I remember those things in older cars, are they still used anywhere ?Dave

You can still buy them new. Obviously for replacement.

 

[jim hardy]

I doubt anybody produces a new vehicle with them.
But they are still available... just a couple years ago replaced one on a friend's 1951 Ford tractor when we upgraded from 6 to 12 volts.
Hooking battery up backward doesn't wreck these..

 

[dlgoff]

Hooking battery up backward doesn't wreck these..

And you can tell it's working during the night by watching your headlight's intensity; especially on 6 volt systems.

 

[davenn]

cool :)

thanks guys ... been at least 40 yrs since I owned a car with one of those regulator packsD

 

[jim hardy]

And you can tell it's working during the night by watching your headlight's intensity; especially on 6 volt systems.

Don, you're one who extracts wisdom from little everyday things !
That's the secret to happiness i think.

 

[jim hardy]

thanks guys ... been at least 40 yrs since I owned a car with one of those regulator packs

I plan retrofitting my 68 Ford with a generator and mechanical regulator. You can push start it without a battery then, generator comes up on residual magnetism and voila - ignition.

 

[Averagesupernova]

I plan retrofitting my 68 Ford with a generator and mechanical regulator. You can push start it without a battery then, generator comes up on residual magnetism and voila - ignition.

Wow. That is a step backwards to most people. But I see the advantages as you have described. Most people that keep the older stuff on the road usually want upgrades and would not see it your way. Cool.

 

[jim hardy]

In a circuit, how do we fix a regulator, if air goes through?

We've not heard from OP latelly.

From his initial post i assumed he was speaking of a pneumatic circuit
but i removed my first reply for fear of being thought a wise guy..

Air goes through ? It should.

old im

 

[Averagesupernova]

Oh c'mon Jim. Everyone here knows you are a very wise kinda guy.