What is the function of an alternator in a car?

An alternator is a device that converts mechanical energy from the engine's crankshaft into electrical current that powers the car's systems and charges the battery.

What is the difference between an alternator and a generator?

A generator is the general term for a device that produces electricity. An alternator is a specific type of AC generator used in cars.

What does the term "compact alternator" mean?

A compact alternator is reduced in size and weight while maintaining the same power output. It is often used in newer generation cars.

What are the symptoms of a faulty alternator?

The most common include: battery light on, flashing lights, bearing noise, and voltage drops.

Are used alternators a good choice?

Yes, alternators used from a reliable source are an economical and ecological solution that allows you to reduce operating costs.

How do I check if the alternator will fit my car?

It is best to use the VIN number or compare the OEM part number – this guarantees full compatibility.

How much current should a functioning alternator generate?

A standard alternator in a passenger car should maintain a voltage of 13.8–14.4 V at a current of up to 150 A.

Alternators and generators

At Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including alternators and generators for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Our alternators and generators undergo quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.

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BMW 3 5 7 X3 E46 E60 E61 E65 E83 M54 Alternator Generator 150A TG15C018

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BMW E60 E61 E81 E87 LCI E90 E91 E92 E93 Alternator Petrol 180A 7550469

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BMW 5 7 E60 E61 E65 M57N M57N2 Compact Alternator Generator Valeo 170A 7802929

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BMW F31 Diesel Engine Alternator Generator 220A Valeo N57D30A 8509226

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Alternator Generator BMW F07 F10 F11 FN57N N57Z Diesel Engine Valeo 8570673

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Alternator BMW F30 F32 N57N 330d 430d Diesel Engine Generator 230A Valeo 8509224

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Alternator BMW G20 G30 G14 B47 B48 B58 B46 Alternator 180A 14V 8634166

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Alternator BMW Z4 E89 23i 30i N52N Alternator Denso 170A 14V 7552815

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Alternator Generator BMW F30 F32 N57N Diesel Electrical Unit Denso 180A 8509225

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BMW Z4 F20 F30 E89 Petrol Alternator Generator 170A 7605478

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BMW X3 X5 E53 E83 M57N2 Alternator Generator Diesel Power 150A 7797661

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BMW X3 G01 X4 G02 G20 G21 G22 G26 G28 G30 Alternator Generator 14V 150A 8654280

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BMW 3 X5 Series E46 E53 3.0d Diesel M57 Alternator Generator 150A 2248296

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Alternator BMW E90 E81 E87 E85 Petrol Engine N45 N46 Alternator 150A 7533270

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BMW X3 F25 Alternator Generator 210A 28iX N52N 7591268

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BMW E87 E90 E91 E60 E61 E63 N52 Alternator Generator 155A 7542529

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BMW X5 E70 Alternator Generator Engine Unit Valeo 220A 14V 7801124

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Alternator Generator BMW X5 E53 E60 E61 E63 E65 N62 Petrol Engine 180A 7540992

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BMW F10 F11 F12 F13 N57N Diesel Alternator 210A Valeo 8515754

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Alternator BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F36 Petrol N55 Generator 210A 7616120

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BMW F12 F13 F20 F21 Alternator Generator 14V 210A N55 Petrol Engine 7591529

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BMW X3 E83 E46 E60 E61 E65 Alternator Generator 150A 7521137

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BMW 3 5 E39 E46 M52 M54 320i 325i 330i 520i Alternator Generator 90A Valeo

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Alternator BMW G11 G12 LCI G20 G21 G30 G31 Alternator 250A Denso 8634167

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BMW E87 E90 E91 E60 E61 E63 N52 Alternator Generator 155A 7542529

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BMW X5 E53 3.0i Petrol M54 Alternator Valeo 140A 7551252

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BMW 5 6 7 E60 E61 E63 E65 N62 N62N Alternator Supporting Bracket Mount 7533837

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BMW E90 E81 E87 E85 Alternator Generator 150A N45 N46 Petrol Engine 7533270

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BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 LCI F32 F33 F34 Alternator Generator Unit 14V 190A 8645326

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BMW X3 E83 E46 E60 E61 E65 M54 Alternator Generator 150A 7521137

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BMW 3 Z4 E46 E85 M54 325i 2.2i 2.5i 3.0i Alternator Generator 120A Bosch

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Alternator BMW X5 E53 Engine N62 Alternator Generator 14V 100/180A Valeo 7540993

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Engine Alternator BMW E60 E61 E65 E66 Diesel Alternator Generator 170A 7789981

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BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 N47N Diesel Alternator 175A 7823343 7823344

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BMW F45 Alternator Generator 14V 180A DENSO 8680374

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BMW X5 F15 F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Alternator Generator 14V N47N Diesel 7823345

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BMW 1 3 E87 E90 E91 E92 M47N2 M57N2 Alternator Bosch Diesel 150A 0 986 080 580

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BMW X5 E53 3.0d Diesel M57 Alternator 150V 7792092

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Alternator Generator BMW F07 F10 N57N N57Z Diesel Engine 230A Valeo 8570672

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BMW E87 E90 E91 E60 E61 E63 N52 Alternator Generator 155A 7542529

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BMW E60 LCI E81 E90 E91 Petrol Alternator Generator Bosch 180A

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BMW F20 F30 F32 F33 F34 B38 B48 Petrol Engine Alternator Generator 180A 8645325

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BMW E60 LCI E82 E92 LCI Alternator Generator 12V 180A Bosch Petrol 0121715012

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BMW 3 E46 N42 316i 318i Petrol Engine Alternator Generator 110A Valeo 7521382

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Alternator BMW F10 F13 F07GT F02 Petrol N63 Alternator valeo 230A 7603779

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Alternator BMW F20 LCI Mini F30 F56 F60 Alternator Generator DENSO 150A

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Engine Alternator BMW F20 F21 F30 LCI Generator Lucas 170A N13 Petrol 7605060

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Alternator Generator BMW E60 E61 E81 E87 LCI E90 E91 E92 E93 Petrol 180A 7550469

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BMW E39 Alternator Generator 14V 50/90A 1432978

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BMW F10 F11 X5 E70 Alternator Generator Unit Valeo 230A Diesel Engine 7807187

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