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Generators & Regulators: Description

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Bosch and Valeo generators are installed in these vehicles. They are fitted depending on type of engine and equipment configuration. They differ with regard to their rating of 140 A and 170 A and are air cooled.

Internal Battery Sensor (IBS) is a mechatronic component for monitoring battery condition. The IBS is secured and connected to the negative terminal of the battery. Power supply for IBS is fed across a separate cable. For data transmission, IBS is connected to the Digital Motor Electronics (DME) by way of the Bit-Serial Data (BSD) interface.