December 2015 – Now available in Europe through TTI, Inc., a world leading specialist distributor of electronic components, is Phoenix Contact’s highly reliable range of AC charging cables and AC charging controllers for E-mobility applications. The devices enable the implementation of various concepts for intelligent charging infrastructures which can be used to promote cost-effective operation.
Ergonomically designed AC vehicle connectors Type 2 have been developed for the European market on the basis of IEC 62196-2 and allow charging electric vehicles safely (thanks to a locking mechanism), and conveniently (thanks to additional gripping components). Depending on the cable diameter and the number of phases (single-phase or three-phase) charging with a rated voltage of 250V or 480V and rated current of 20A or 32A is possible. Highly robust and made of high-quality materials, the components benefit from strong strain relief and low insertion and withdrawal forces.
AC charging controllers ensure a high degree of security and interoperability with electric vehicles according to IEC 61851-1. The EV Charge Control Basic is a compact, cost-effective controller solution specifically designed for simple charging points (wall boxes for home garages, carports, and underground garages). It features configurable inputs, outputs, and charging currents. A standardized interface (Modbus RTU Slave) allows for fast and simple integration. The EV Charge Control Advanced is the solution for commercial applications and enables the connection to load and energy management systems including fleet management (company premises and semi-public parking lots). All necessary charging point controller functions are integrated. An Ethernet interface allows for configuration and operation. Any arrangement of scalable charging infrastructures can be set up. Charging initiation, status monitoring, and energy monitoring is done via Modus TCP.
