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ZRD Alternators, Brackets, Pulleys, Engine Attachment Platforms, ... Sizes and Outputs for most applications. Generators Lifeline and Sun Xtender (Solar) AGM Batteries ZRD is a full service Marine Electrical System Designer, High Output Alternator, Bracket, Power Take Off (PTO), Pulley, and DC Generator Manufacturer. Pulleys - Serpentine PTO Supplier to OEMs Start your Day with Enlightenment If you need assistance, Call Us.

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  ZRD manufactured 220 amp externally regulated High Output Alternator mounted in a ZRD manufactured Totally adjustable Mounting Bracket What you really NEED for the New Year is on this web-site.  Contact us and we will help you find it. ZRD High Output (12vdc-94amp or 24vdc-50amp), Internal & External Regulation, 2 inch Mount  

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ZRDTM is a full service Marine Electrical System Designer, High Output Alternator, Bracket, Power Take Off (PTO) & Pulley, and DC Generator Manufacturer. If it has to do with a vessel's electrical system (marine charging or supply, Single or Dual Alternators, 12 volt DC, 24 volt DC, 37 volt DC, 48/56 volt DC, 120 volt AC, 208 volt AC, or 240 volt AC ), ZRD is your source for answers, unique requirements, alternator parts and components (alternator mounting bracket, pulleys, universal adjustment arm, transient spike protectors, alternator & battery temperature sensors, 3-stage external regulators, digital remote charging {for charging second battery bank, multiple battery banks, start battery (engine or generator), windlass battery, thruster battery, ... from one charging source - alternator, shore charger, generator, ...}, ...), and Advanced Charging Solutions . We specialize in methodologies to select, attach (mounting bracket), and install items for/in your vessel. If you need or desire a High Output Alternator, Serpentine or Multi-sheave Power Take Off (PTO) pulley, Lifeline and Sun Xtender AGM Batteries, Generator (DC & AC), Superwind Wind Generators, Dedicated Marine Solar Panels Multi-Stage External Regulation, or Remote battery charging, you should look no further. In addition, ZRD offers complete vessel refit and design services. Our expertise also covers marine air conditioning and refrigeration, especially, how they interface with the electrical system. As a US Certified International Freight Forwarder, ZRD is able to ship our products Directly to you Worldwide.   On ZRD alternator webpages, are views of ZRD manufactured Very High Output Alternators used in Second (Dual) Alternator installations and OEM first alternator replacements or upgrade. The High Output Second (Dual) Alternator is available in 12vdc-220amp or 24vdc-90amp. OEM first alternator replacements are available in 12vdc-94* amp or 24vdc-50 amp), with Internal or External Voltage Regulation, and 3.15", 2", or 1" mounting styles. *12vdc - 120 and 140 amp is available (s/o) for post OEM warranty applications. The complete line of ZRD manufactured High Output Alternator Solutions are available in: 12vdc (50 to 300+ amps), 24vdc (50 to 220 amps), and 37vdc & 48/56vdc (special order). To learn more and see details, CLICK on any alternator picture above. The High Output Second (Dual) Alternator web page has a Movie Icon allowing you to view a few clips (abbreviated 70sec mp4) taken from a 20 minute ZRD High Output Alternator instructional installation video.   Finally, you have found what you have been searching for - Without question or compromise, the best DC Generators available. A complete line of DC Generators that offer a multitude of voltages (12 volt DC, 24 volt DC, 37 volt DC, and 48/56 volt DC) and amperage output combinations up to 800amps are available. Some 12 and 24 vdc models are available with external regulation. All designs have full throttle control capability. The ZRD DC Generator solution shown above (ZDCGE1222) may have up to 66 times (6,600%) more amperage available for battery bank charging and may also only require 7% of the engine run time compared to some 120vac Generators using a standard battery charger. Like everything ZRD manufactures, it is the "Rolls Royce" of the industry, but at unexpected affordable pricing.

In the upper right corner of this webpage, is an image of a sailboat. It is a link to OEM boat builders that have a Professional Attention to Detail. ZRD was selected as a valuable, reliable source for many of their system designs and components. Similiar extensive system designs have been provided to US and International customers located around the globe - Europe, South Africa, Australia, SE Asia, South America, Carribean, & others.

May we strongly suggest that you review all of the information provided on our web site prior to giving us a phone call or sending an email. The response (information you are looking for) you will likely receive is (more than likely) already posted there in an easy to understand format. It will save you a significant amount of time doing research and it provides valuable information you may not have even known or considered. The website was developed based on the questions we received over the years on a daily basis. We are always adding new, beneficial, and unique questions and scenarios. Many have referred to it as a great free online resource (book). The Product pull-down menus are not just a sales tool. These sub-menus provide valuable information to aid you as you decide on a solution. The Web Only Specials is similar. The FAQs (Especially 1, 2, 3, and 4) are a MUST READ. The FAQ section will greatly assist you with your endeavors. It provides clear details on what to do and what to avoid. If you glance over or skip any of these areas, you may miss an important piece of information that could be critical to a safe, reliable, and useful electrical system. To aid in your decision making, a number of myths and outdated technologies are exposed. FAQs-5 and Company pull-down menus provide information regarding ZRD that may be very helpful. The Links pull-down menu has many extremely valuable resources for you to use at no-cost. Our website is designed for what we would like to find when we are doing our research and investigations. It is for the thoughtful, analytic, consumer.

Regarding pricing, review the Do Homework First link (under FAQs-5). We provide the most cost efficient pricing available; however, we truly desire to support our end users, unlike the vast majority out there. Discount outlets do not provide any. If all you desire is price, you will probably be on your own to succeed or fail with their lack of knowledge, expertise, and desire to provide support. We assist our customers according to their needs and desires. Experience has shown us that even the best require a small amount of support at some point. We are always there to provide whatever you may need.

TOOLS (under Links) should not be missed. There are many, often overlooked, items of significant importance to every sailor available. Take a look at the many varied links when you have some free time. They are so varied in nature that you need to view each to ascertain their relevance for your situation. All of the links are free. Some links may attempt to induce payments, but they have some great free data available without incurring any charges.

ZRD provides the information on its website for your personal use, ... If you use information from our site (If we have helped you with your endeavors), you may want to consider linking to us (if you have a website or post on others). There is a +1 link at the bottom of each page. You may click on this to recommend this web page. This will enable your friends and others to find and share the information you found useful more easily. If there is any area that you feel would add to your understanding, but is not currently available on the website, we will be glad to consider adding it. Email us your suggestion. After careful review, we may post the subject matter for others to benefit from your insights.

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NOTE: All of the information on this web site is believed to be correct at the time of its creation. In order to maintain a high level of quality, ZRD reserves the right to make changes to its products and information in these documents without prior notice. ZRD accepts no liability for typographic errors, omissions, or inconsistencies regarding product information on this website. All rights reserved. Products and companies referred to herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or trademark holders.

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