Automotive
Driving the future of electric vehicles forward through innovation
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he use of electrical energy as the driving force in electric and hybrid vehicles is bringing a new range of challenges to the industry. According to the IEA Global Electric Vehicle Outlook, the total number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the road surpassed three million worldwide in 2018, an expansion of over 50 per cent since 2016. With more electric vehicles on the road than ever before and with no signs of it slowing down, industry leaders are competing to develop the solutions that allow EVs to reach their full power potential and exceed customer expectations. While high-power charging infrastructure is essential, there is also a vital demand on the performance of high- voltage (HV) distribution within the EV in order to efficiently conduct, hold, distribute and use electric power after charging.
Cabling is key for EV When it comes to transmitting and protecting power, the quality of the cabling throughout the vehicle plays a critical role. To ensure the transmission and protection of the power, selected cables must be resilient against a range of common factors, including mechanical abrasion, temperature, weather and moisture. According to the new ISO 19642 specification, cables must also cover a voltage range of up to 100Vac/1500Vdc. The cables designed and manufactured for the EV industry should be developed with these requirements in mind, to ensure that safe and durable connections are made in the most demanding environments. HUBER+SUHNER RADOX HV cables are developed with the stringiest of requirements in mind. RADOX is an electron-beam, cross-linked insultation material that offers high resistance against electrical and mechanical loads. Thanks to the material, RADOX cables do not require additional protection as the structure of the insulation is modified and the outer sheath is adapted to become a more robust and non-melting material, ensuring a top performance and maximum resistance to harsh environments. The cable’s exceptional dimensional stability prevents any damage to the insulation and protects the cable against kinking, particularly when heavy loads are being applied to the connector plug and during the installation process.
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RADOX HV cables enable the EVs to maintain power and continue driving due to its innovative features. The RADOX single and multi-core cables have an ultra-small bending radius that ensures an agile performance in the smallest cable cross-sections. It is ready for any environment and can be used in temperatures from -40°C to +150°C at a lifetime of 3,000 hours without dissipation of the electrical properties.
Next generation of mHDVU To ensure the electrical power is distributed to and from the HV battery to all electrical components within the vehicle, HUBER+SUHNER has developed its successful modular High-Voltage Distribution Unit (mHVDU). The mHVDU can be used within any electrical vehicle on land, water and in the air, that needs to distribute high-voltage connectivity within the respective HV on-board supply systems. In order to guarantee it is overcoming the key challenges, the mHVDU can be configured to meet the individual requirements of EVs. Highly flexible, the next generation of the mHVDU is suitable for prototypes and sample stages of vehicles. It is completely harmonised with the complete HUBER+SUHNER automotive portfolio, ensuring
interoperability and guaranteeing Ingress, power line and EMC protection. The key features of the mHDVU is its highly flexible housing dimensions. It comes in compact housing and covers a voltage range of up to 800Vdc. It follows a standardised process with a simplified configuration process which allows for short lead times.
Suitable for all environments When it comes to the performance of EVs, it can be challenging to ensure an EV holds the HV power during a wide range of
driving conditions. To be most effective, HV automotive connectivity solutions must be able to withstand temperature fluctuations, vibrations and mechanical impact. This is to ensure the HV cables and components that are operating within the vehicle are secure and protected. The RADOX EV-C is a connectivity solution that ensures optimum protection for the cables, minimising the risk of any damage that may lead to a loss in electrical performance. Perfect for use in harsh environments, the RADOX EV-C requires minimal space and acts as a barrier to
moisture and debris. As a wire-to-device system, it connects high-voltage devices within vehicles in a compact and flexible way. It also offers 360-degree EMC shielding and environmental protection. The entire HUBER+SUHNER automotive portfolio offers customers a wide range of consistently high-quality products that can survive the most demanding of environments. Due to its extensive experience in the automotive industry, HUBER+SUHNER is an expert in transmitting, connecting and distributing power within electric vehicles and is the go-to partner for high-voltage applications. Its innovative technology solutions cover the entire automotive ecosystem, including cables, charging systems and charging cables, designed to work across autonomous, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles and conventional cars.
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