Alternator Pulley / Clutch: Description and Operation
GENERATOR DECOUPLER PULLEYDESCRIPTION
Generator Decoupler Pulley:
The generator decoupler is used only with certain engines. The decoupler is used in place of the standard generator drive pulley.
OPERATION
The generator decoupler is used only with certain engines. The decoupler is a one-way clutch designed to help reduce belt tension fluctuation, vibration, reduce fatigue loads, improve belt life, reduce hubloads on components, and reduce noise. Dry operation is used (no grease or lubricants). The decoupler is not temperature sensitive and also has a low sensitivity to electrical load. The decoupler is a non-serviceable item and is to be replaced as an assembly.