Valeo Alternator 12V 180A New 439601
This Valeo alternator is a new 12V unit rated at 180A, supplied under part number 439601. It is listed as a Valeo alternator with internal regulator, twin leg mount, and a 7 groove pulley, so it suits buyers who need the key electrical and mounting details matched carefully before ordering.
The unit uses a double pivot lever fastening type, with inside mounting legs of 76mm, mount centre to centre of 126mm, and a pivot hole diameter of M10x1.5 / 10. These are the critical dimensions to check against the vehicle or existing alternator before purchase, especially where alternator spacing and bracket style are the deciding factors.
Additional identifying details include a pulley outside diameter of 50mm, adjusting hole diameter of 12mm, position / degree listed as L 95, and a connector / clamp noted as no connector for revolution counter. The alternator is a new rotating electrical part, weighs 8.08kg, and carries a one year warranty.
Key Features
- 12V alternator rated at 180A
- New unit, not remanufactured
- Valeo brand, part number 439601
- Internal regulator
- Twin leg alternator mount
- 7 groove pulley
Specifications
- Voltage: 12V
- Charge current / power rating: 180A
- Part No.: 439601
- Brand: Valeo
- Type: Alternator
- Unit of measure: Each
- Warranty: One year
- Inside mounting legs: 76mm
Fitment guidance
- BMW 6
- BMW 6 2005
- BMW 6 2006
- BMW 6 2007
- BMW 6 2008
- BMW 6 2009
- BMW X5
- BMW X5 2006
Application and Buying Notes
Before ordering, match the part number 439601 and check the alternator mounting dimensions against the vehicle. The important measurements here are the 76mm inside mounting legs, 126mm mount centre to centre, M10x1.5 / 10 pivot hole diameter, and 12mm adjusting hole diameter. If any of those differ, the alternator may not mount correctly.
The pulley setup also matters. This unit has a 50mm pulley with a 7 groove section, so the belt style must line up with the existing application. It is also listed with internal regulation and no connector for revolution counter, which are both details worth confirming against the original unit before purchase.
Because alternator fitment can change with model, series, engine, or charging system variant, it is best to confirm the vehicle application using the part number and the installed unit details together. The fitment references provided point to BMW 6 and BMW X5 applications across the listed years, but the final check should always be made against the actual vehicle and the existing alternator.
This alternator is a 12V, 180A Valeo unit and weighs 8.08kg, which gives a good sense of its electrical capacity and physical size. Use those figures alongside the mounting style, pulley type, and position / degree L 95 when comparing against the replacement part, especially if the old alternator has been changed previously or the vehicle has had electrical modifications.
Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.
For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number 439601 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.
Relevant published details for this unit include Type ALTERNATOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty One Year, Inside Mounting Legs 76mm, Pivot Hole Diameter M10x1.5 / 10, Pulley Outside Diameter 50mm, Regulator Type Internal, Voltage 12, Mount Cnt to Cnt 126mm, Alternator Charge Current [A] 180.
Additional published details for cross-checking include Fastening Type Double Pivot Lever, Weight 8.08kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. 439601, Brand VALEO, Description Valeo Alternator 12V 180A, Adjusting Hole Diameter 12, Pin Code IR168, Power Rating (Amp) 180, Pulley Section 7 Groove.
Valeo Alternator 12V 180A. Part number 439601 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.
Mount style is Twin Leg. Regulator type is Internal. Pulley configuration is 7 Groove. Those physical and electrical details should line up with the original unit before the replacement is approved for fitment.
For part number 439601, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.
For a alternator in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 and output 180 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.
Compatibility note: Please confirm fitment by matching part number 439601, the 12V 180A specification, and the mounting and pulley dimensions against the vehicle and the removed alternator before ordering.
FAQ
Is this alternator new or remanufactured?
This alternator is listed as new. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
What is the part number for this Valeo alternator?
The part number listed is 439601. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
What voltage and output does this alternator have?
It is a 12V alternator rated at 180A. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
What pulley and belt setup does it use?
It has a 50mm pulley with a 7 groove section. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
Does it have an internal regulator?
Yes. The regulator type is listed as internal. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
What vehicles are referenced for fitment?
The provided fitment references include BMW 6 and BMW X5 applications across the listed model years. Final fitment should still be confirmed against the part number and physical measurements. For this listing, part number 439601 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 180. Published fitment references include BMW 6, BMW 6 2005, BMW 6 2006. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.
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