• 20460856 Capacitor | Genuine Volvo Penta Part
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20460856 Capacitor | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

20460856 Capacitor | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

$118.51 AUD
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🔧 Product Description

Electrical suppression capacitor used inside the 28-volt, 140-amp alternator to reduce voltage spikes and electrical interference.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

  • Volvo Penta D5A-B TA
  • Volvo Penta D5A-T
  • Volvo Penta D5A-TA
  • Volvo Penta D7A-B TA
  • Volvo Penta D7A-T
  • Volvo Penta D7A-TA
  • Volvo Penta D7C-B TA
  • Volvo Penta D7C-TA
  • Volvo Penta TAD720VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD721VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD722VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD750VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD520VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD760VE
  • Volvo Penta MD2010
  • Volvo Penta MD2010B
  • Engine Family: D, TAD, MD
  • HP Range: Approximately 174-280 HP
  • Year Range: Approximately 1998 - 2006

⚙️ Key Features

  • Genuine Volvo Penta alternator suppression capacitor - 28v / 140a
  • Designed for the low-mounted left 28v / 140a alternator installation
  • Direct service replacement for Volvo Penta part number 20460856
  • Electrical suppression capacitor used inside the 28-volt, 140-amp alternator to reduce voltage spikes and electrical interference
  • Engine type: Four- or six-cylinder turbocharged industrial diesel, model dependent

🔌 Function

Suppresses electrical noise and transient voltage spikes within the alternator or charging circuit.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

  • Radio-frequency interference or electrical noise increases
  • Charging-system voltage becomes unstable during switching events
  • Capacitor body is swollen, cracked or leaking
  • Open circuit, short circuit or incorrect capacitance during testing
  • Repeated fuse, alternator or regulator issues caused by uncontrolled voltage spikes

🛠️ Service Notes

  • Disconnect battery power before alternator disassembly and observe capacitor polarity where marked
  • Check the charging circuit for overvoltage or poor earth connections that could damage the replacement

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM / Related Numbers

  • 20580794 - related 28V / 140A alternator
  • 20460359 - alternator pulley
  • 20460368 - pulley retaining-nut references
  • 20460422 - pulley retaining-nut references
  • 20460423 - alternator protective plug
  • 20460438 - internal retaining screw
  • 20460862 - mounting screw and support bracket
  • 20460863 - mounting screw and support bracket
  • 20585207 - application drive-belt set references
  • 978774 - application drive-belt set references

Other-Brand OEM Numbers

  • VOE20460856 - Volvo Construction Equipment prefixed number format

OEM Reman Alternatives

  • 3803960 - Volvo exchange 28V / 140A alternator

📦 Condition

  • Genuine Volvo Penta part
  • Brand new
  • Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

Shipping & Delivery

Flat-rate shipping Australia-wide — $14.99 per order, no matter how many parts you add. Orders dispatch from our Kadina, South Australia store. Need it urgently or want to collect in person? Call us on 0412 532 984 before ordering.

Returns & Warranty

14-day change-of-mind returns — if it's not right or you ordered the wrong part, send it back within 14 days in new, unused condition for a refund or exchange. Manufacturer warranties apply to new parts. Full details in our Refunds & Returns policy.

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