is there any difference between a dynamo n generator?

Answer 1

My God, I've never seen so much misinformation and confusion in my life.

The word "generator" is a generic name for a rotating machine which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

There are two types.

One type of generator is a dynamo, which produces d.c.

The other type of generator is an alternator, which produces a.c.

Answer 2

Dynamo is the term used principally in the UK for what we yanks call a generator. Same item, different name. I believe dynamo was originally used in the Americas but 'generator' has largely replaced it......

Answer 3

Dynamo: A machine for converting mechanical energy to electrical energy. Common name used for direct current generators.

Generator: A machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. Electricity is produced from magnets whirling inside coils of wire in the generator core.

Answer 4

Dynamo is used in bicycle etc..
It is ac generator (sure). Generator also ac but dynamo for very small voltage nearly 10 to 15v ac. Generator for high voltages....

Answer 5

dynamo gives u a DC supply

generator gives a AC supply also known as Alternator

Answer 6

dynamo according to my dictionary is an obsolete term used before generator was used.

Answer 7

a generator generates, a dynamo is more dynamic

Answer 8

dynamo gives only a DC supply
generator don't gives only DC supply (without diodes don't generate DC supply)

Answer 9

the functionality of both are similar but the difference is that they are used in different cases