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Alternators, AVRs and paralleling

SV-AUX-M4 · Electrical plant · SV-AUX-M4-A Alternators and paralleling, switchboards and protection, motors, starters, drives and batteries.

Two generators sharing load is routine until it is not. This lesson covers **how an alternator makes voltage, what the AVR and governor each control**, and how to synchronise and share load safely.

Independent study. xplor is not an accredited training provider and awards no certificate or Certificate of Competency. You must complete the MCA-approved Auxiliary Equipment module at an approved training provider and pass the corresponding MCA Small Vessel Competency examination to have it count towards an SV CoC. AI-drafted content pending subject-matter-expert review.