Overvoltage-protective automotive power generation control circuit

Abstract

An overvoltage-protective automotive power generation control circuit that is adapted for electrical connection with a field coil of an automotive power generator includes a voltage detecting circuit electrically connected with a battery-based power source mounted in a car for generating a predetermined partial voltage with respect to the battery-based power source; a driving element having a gate terminal electrically connected with the voltage detecting circuit and two conduction terminals one of which is grounded; and an opening element serially connected with the field coil of the automotive power generator and electrically connected with the other conduction terminal for open circuit upon activation and closed circuit of the driving element. Thus, the battery-based power source is prevented from overcharge and overvoltage to further prevent electronic apparatuses mounted in the car from damage incurred by the overvoltage.

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