REGULATORS FOR DYNAMO GENERATORS

REGULATORS FOR DYNAMOS & HUB GENERATORS

6V VOLTAGE REGULATOR KITS FOR BICYCLE DYNAMOS AND HUB GENERATORS, WHICH
PROTECT ALL TYPES OF BULBS AND LED STANDLIGHT UNITS FROM PREMATURE FAILURE
AND CAN BE NEEDED FOR NICELITE LED BULB CONVERSION

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MODERN HUB GENERATORS: The fitting of XGEN5 is advised, and is essential in most cases when upgrading to Nicelite LED bulbs. The only exception is with a Schmidt headlight, as these already contain a robust regulator. Feedback indicates that most factory fitted regulators (including Busch & Müller) may fail with the output of modern hub generators at higher speeds

TYRE DRIVEN HALOGEN DYNAMO SYSTEMS: Modern Dynamo Systems originally supplied with a push-in HS3 flanged Halogen headlamp bulb generally do not require an additional regulator as there is usually a voltage regulator in the headlamp, typically a small rod with a wire from each end, or a circuit board. Any light with an LED standlight function will also have a suitable regulator.

TYRE DRIVEN NON-HALOGEN AND VINTAGE DYNAMO SYSTEMS: For conversion to Nicelite LED bulbs, these systems, including all headlamps with a screw cap bulb, require an external XGEN regulator (or the heavy duty XGEN5), which is simple to fit. The exception is any light with an LED standlight function, which already has a suitable regulator.

STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE 1.8W DYNOHUBS: For Nicelite bulbs it is necessary to fit an XGEN2 regulator, unless there is a modern headlight (with a push-in, flanged HS3 bulb) with a regulator, or any light with an LED standlight function.

Alternatively XGEN or XGEN5 can be fitted.

EXTERNAL VOLTAGE REGULATORS: Three Dynamo Regulator Models are available, depending on generator type. Fitting is straight forward with the instructions supplied. A regulator should always be fitted if there is an existing problem of bulbs burning out. A factory-fitted regulator can fail, especially with a modern hub generator.

ONLY ONE REGULATOR is required to control the whole circuit to the headlight and tail light. XGEN, XGEN2 and XGEN5 Regulators are low weight; all below 10g when fitted. The regulator should be connected across the circuit, as shown in the schematic circuit diagram, opposite.

SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM FOR BICYCLE DYNAMO
OR HUB GENERATOR WITH EXTERNAL REGULATOR

iNITIAL NICELITE TEST RIDE: When Nicelite LED dynamo bulbs are first fitted, the bike should be taken on a safe test ride at cruising speed for about 10 minutes to check whether the LED bulb or bulbs remain at full brightness.

If temporary dimming occurs (usually within 2 minutes) it indicates that LED protection detected over-voltage, and an external voltage regulator must be added. Nicelite bulbs will return to normal operation without damage when the voltage reduces to 6V or less, and once regulation is in place they will work continuously.

CODE REGULATOR APPLICATION
INSTALLATION

XGEN
TYRE DRIVEN 6V DYNAMO

6V HUB GENERATOR
UP TO 2W

INSTRUCTIONS

XGEN2 STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE GH6/AG3
6V 1.8W DYNOHUB
INSTRUCTIONS

XGEN5 MODERN
6V HUB GENERATOR
2.4W - 4W
INSTRUCTIONS

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Dimensions (approx.): XGEN & XGEN2 Body 30mm x 6mm dia. Cable supports 8mm each side.
XGEN5 Body 37mm x 6mm dia. Cable supports 8mm each side.Cable is flexible PVC insulated multi-core copper. Cable supports are semi-flexible

REGULATOR SELECTION

1. GENERATOR TYPE 2. LIGHTS FITTED 3. REGULATOR MODEL 4. PROCEDURE RECOMMENDED

MODERN HUB GENERATORS
6V 2.4W - 4W
ALL LIGHTS
XGEN5*
FIT XGEN5

TYRE DRIVEN DYNAMO

6V 3W MODERN HALOGEN HEADLIGHT WITH PUSH-IN BULB AND / OR
LED STANDLIGHT USUALLY NOT REQUIRED FIT XGEN ONLY IF INDICATED BY TEST RIDE,
OR PREMATURE FAILURE OF FILAMENT BULBS

NON-HALOGEN HEADLIGHT.
HEADLIGHT WITH SCREW CAP BULB FITTING XGEN* FIT XGEN

STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE DYNOHUB
GH6 & AG3

6V 1.8W NON-HALOGEN HEADLIGHT.
HEADLIGHT WITH SCREW CAP BULB FITTING XGEN2* FIT XGEN2

MODERN HALOGEN HEADLIGHT WITH PUSH-IN BULB AND / OR
LED STANDLIGHT USUALLY NOT REQUIRED FIT XGEN2 ONLY IF INDICATED BY NICELITE TEST RIDE, OR PREMATURE FAILURE OF FILAMENT BULBS

BLUE ZONES are for HALOGEN HEADLIGHT systems, or where an LED FRONT OR REAR STANDLIGHT is fitted. These systems normally have at least one internal regulator. They require an external regulator ONLY WHEN INDICATED ON NICELITE TEST RIDE due to failure of the original internal regulator.

GREEN ZONES indicate where an external regulator is required for Nicelite LED bulbs (push-in and screw cap fittings), and recommended to improve reliability with all filament bulbs and LED standlight units.

Systems that were originally supplied with a krypton or vacuum bulb usually do not have an internal regulator. Krypton and Vacuum bulbs can be identified by rounded glass. Halogen bulbs have a distinct small point on the end of the glass.

XGEN and XGEN5 - FOR TYRE DRIVEN DYNAMOS AND HUB GENERATORS

XGEN is for TYRE-DRIVEN DYNAMOS
XGEN5 is for MODERN HUB GENERATORS

XGEN and XGEN5 have the same installation procedure, the only difference is XGEN5 is a larger, heavy duty 10W unit with a much higher capacity than most factory-fitted regulators. In addition to 6V 3W "bottle" dynamos, XGEN will regulate vintage hub generators of 2W or less output, including Nadymo (German), and Sturmey Archer GH6 Dynohub (alternative to XGEN2).

XGEN and XGEN5 can be positioned neatly under the headlight bracket.

(1) The Regulator ring terminal is bolted to the earth/ground side of the circuit.
(2) Solderless Bullet Connectors are used in the simple installation.

Shown in Figs 1 and 2

TWIN WIRE SYSTEMS: There is an alternative installation for twin wired systems. In the case of hub generators switched at the headlight, it is preferable to fit the XGEN5 to the wire or wires leading to the tail light (if fitted). Please open the Fitting Instructions for further information.

KIT CONTENTS:

1. XGEN or XGEN5 Regulator with 2 wires, one with a fitted ring terminal.
2. Two cable ties.
3. Four Lucas brass bullets and 2 bullet connectors.
4. Instructions

XGEN2 - FOR STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE 1.8W DYNOHUBS

XGEN2 fits directly across the terminals of a GH6 Dynohub (Fig. 3)

KIT CONTENTS:

1. XGEN2 Regulator with fitted terminals on both wires.
2. Instructions.

NOTE: Dynohubs may alternatively be regulated with an XGEN, as above, using the twin wire connection mode.

MODERN HUB GENERATORS: The fitting of XGEN5 is advised, and is essential in most cases when upgrading to Nicelite LED bulbs. The only exception is with a Schmidt headlight, as these already contain a robust regulator. Feedback indicates that most factory fitted regulators (including Busch & Müller) may fail with the output of modern hub generators at higher speeds TYRE DRIVEN HALOGEN DYNAMO SYSTEMS: Modern Dynamo Systems originally supplied with a push-in HS3 flanged Halogen headlamp bulb generally do not require an additional regulator as there is usually a voltage regulator in the headlamp, typically a small rod with a wire from each end, or a circuit board. Any light with an LED standlight function will also have a suitable regulator.
TYRE DRIVEN NON-HALOGEN AND VINTAGE DYNAMO SYSTEMS: For conversion to Nicelite LED bulbs, these systems, including all headlamps with a screw cap bulb, require an external XGEN regulator (or the heavy duty XGEN5), which is simple to fit. The exception is any light with an LED standlight function, which already has a suitable regulator. STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE 1.8W DYNOHUBS: For Nicelite bulbs it is necessary to fit an XGEN2 regulator, unless there is a modern headlight (with a push-in, flanged HS3 bulb) with a regulator, or any light with an LED standlight function. Alternatively XGEN or XGEN5 can be fitted. EXTERNAL VOLTAGE REGULATORS: Three Dynamo Regulator Models are available, depending on generator type. Fitting is straight forward with the instructions supplied. A regulator should always be fitted if there is an existing problem of bulbs burning out. A factory-fitted regulator can fail, especially with a modern hub generator. ONLY ONE REGULATOR is required to control the whole circuit to the headlight and tail light. XGEN, XGEN2 and XGEN5 Regulators are low weight; all below 10g when fitted. The regulator should be connected across the circuit, as shown in the schematic circuit diagram, opposite.	SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM FOR BICYCLE DYNAMO OR HUB GENERATOR WITH EXTERNAL REGULATOR
iNITIAL NICELITE TEST RIDE: When Nicelite LED dynamo bulbs are first fitted, the bike should be taken on a safe test ride at cruising speed for about 10 minutes to check whether the LED bulb or bulbs remain at full brightness. If temporary dimming occurs (usually within 2 minutes) it indicates that LED protection detected over-voltage, and an external voltage regulator must be added. Nicelite bulbs will return to normal operation without damage when the voltage reduces to 6V or less, and once regulation is in place they will work continuously.

CODE	REGULATOR	APPLICATION	INSTALLATION
XGEN		TYRE DRIVEN 6V DYNAMO 6V HUB GENERATOR UP TO 2W	INSTRUCTIONS
XGEN2		STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE GH6/AG3 6V 1.8W DYNOHUB	INSTRUCTIONS
XGEN5		MODERN 6V HUB GENERATOR 2.4W - 4W	INSTRUCTIONS
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REGULATOR SELECTION
1. GENERATOR TYPE	2. LIGHTS FITTED	3. REGULATOR MODEL	4. PROCEDURE RECOMMENDED
MODERN HUB GENERATORS 6V 2.4W - 4W	ALL LIGHTS	XGEN5*	FIT XGEN5
TYRE DRIVEN DYNAMO 6V 3W	MODERN HALOGEN HEADLIGHT WITH PUSH-IN BULB AND / OR LED STANDLIGHT	USUALLY NOT REQUIRED	FIT XGEN ONLY IF INDICATED BY TEST RIDE, OR PREMATURE FAILURE OF FILAMENT BULBS
TYRE DRIVEN DYNAMO 6V 3W	NON-HALOGEN HEADLIGHT. HEADLIGHT WITH SCREW CAP BULB FITTING	XGEN*	FIT XGEN
STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE DYNOHUB GH6 & AG3 6V 1.8W	NON-HALOGEN HEADLIGHT. HEADLIGHT WITH SCREW CAP BULB FITTING	XGEN2*	FIT XGEN2
STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE DYNOHUB GH6 & AG3 6V 1.8W	MODERN HALOGEN HEADLIGHT WITH PUSH-IN BULB AND / OR LED STANDLIGHT	USUALLY NOT REQUIRED	FIT XGEN2 ONLY IF INDICATED BY NICELITE TEST RIDE, OR PREMATURE FAILURE OF FILAMENT BULBS
BLUE ZONES are for HALOGEN HEADLIGHT systems, or where an LED FRONT OR REAR STANDLIGHT is fitted. These systems normally have at least one internal regulator. They require an external regulator ONLY WHEN INDICATED ON NICELITE TEST RIDE due to failure of the original internal regulator. GREEN ZONES indicate where an external regulator is required for Nicelite LED bulbs (push-in and screw cap fittings), and recommended to improve reliability with all filament bulbs and LED standlight units. Systems that were originally supplied with a krypton or vacuum bulb usually do not have an internal regulator. Krypton and Vacuum bulbs can be identified by rounded glass. Halogen bulbs have a distinct small point on the end of the glass.




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REGULATORS FOR DYNAMOS & HUB GENERATORS

XGEN and XGEN5 - FOR TYRE DRIVEN DYNAMOS AND HUB GENERATORS

XGEN2 - FOR STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE 1.8W DYNOHUBS XGEN2 fits directly across the terminals of a GH6 Dynohub (Fig. 3)

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XGEN2 - FOR STURMEY ARCHER VINTAGE 1.8W DYNOHUBS

XGEN2 fits directly across the terminals of a GH6 Dynohub (Fig. 3)

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