AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
May 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/
-- Tackling the challenges posed by an increase in hybrid
(HEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs), BorgWarner developed a leading
high-voltage positive temperature coefficient (PTC) cabin heater as
a waste heat independent heating solution. The advanced,
lightweight solution provides rapid and silent warming of the cabin
as well as quick defrosting of the windshield while delivering a
smooth air stream for maximum comfort. Moreover, the component's
design includes several prominent safety features to ensure
reliable operation under temperature conditions found in the
vehicle.
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"Heating up the cabin can be challenging if the waste heat
available is limited. This is where our high-voltage cabin heater
comes in. Specifically engineered to help automakers worldwide
reach their objectives, our efficient heating technology provides
them with an ideal solution for a safe, comfortable and odor-free
cabin environment," said Joe Fadool,
President and General Manager, BorgWarner Emissions & Thermal
Systems. "At BorgWarner, we are constantly working on developing
innovative solutions for all kinds of propulsion systems to help
preserve the environment by increasing the efficiency of modern
vehicles."
As part of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
system and controlled through a high-speed Controller Area Network
(CAN) interface, BorgWarner's high-voltage PTC cabin heater is
engineered to increase the temperature of the air stream coming
from the blower. It features ceramic PTC components that have
very low electrical resistance at low temperatures, allowing
full current flow and high heat delivery. At high temperatures, the
effect is reversed and less heat is released by shutting down the
electricity flow due to the increased resistance of the ceramic
stones. This provides desirable control while also functioning as a
basic safety feature that prevents overheating. Additional safety
features include an enclosed heater rod for maximum protection
against high voltages. Coupled with the enclosed heater rod, the
air heater's fin design facilitates a low pressure drop, enabling
the blower to run at lower speeds, which reduces air velocity and
noise for the occupants. Combined, the heater rod and fin designs
provide the industry's first dual-zone functionality in a PTC
heater, allowing the precise and smooth delivery of individual
temperatures for driver and passenger and eliminating the waste
caused by single-zone heaters.
BorgWarner's PTC cabin heater is part of the company's broad
range of products for electrically driven vehicles. Covering four
of the five main technology segments for electric propulsion –
electric motors, transmissions, power electronics and thermal
management – BorgWarner already supports several leading automakers
with products such as the electric drive module (eDM) and its high
voltage hairpin (HVH) electric motors.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
global product leader in clean and efficient technology solutions
for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. With manufacturing
and technical facilities in 62 locations in 17 countries, the
company employs approximately 27,000 worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
BorgWarner's high-voltage positive temperature coefficient (PTC)
cabin heater offers a comfortable cabin environment for both driver
and passengers while contributing to increased safety and
battery-powered driving range for hybrid and electric vehicles.
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