AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --
BorgWarner introduces its state-of-the-art Onboard Battery Charger
(OBC), adding to the company's impressive portfolio of technologies
for plug-in hybrid and pure-electric vehicles. This technology uses
pioneering silicon carbide technology and is best in class for
power density, power conversion efficiency and safety compliance.
The OBC is installed in hybrid or electric vehicles to convert
alternating current (AC) from the power grid to direct current (DC)
for charging batteries. This exciting technology accepts an
extended range of AC inputs including 7.4 kilowatt (kW), 11 kW and
22 kW power ratings with DC-to-DC converter rating integration from
2.3 kW to 3.6 kW as an option. Most importantly, it is compatible
with all battery chemistries and voltages of 400 volts, 650 volts
and 800 volts.
"Our technical center in Lugo, Italy, is dedicated to designing Onboard
Battery Chargers that are uncompromisingly suitable for the global
electric and hybrid vehicle markets," said Joel Wiegert, President and General Manager,
BorgWarner Morse Systems. "We are proud that our latest offering
with its silicon carbide technology provides maximum power
conversion efficiency, thus saving energy and delivering an
extended range for vehicle manufacturers and their customers."
BorgWarner OBCs have a wide range of charging powers and
capabilities. The OBC with a rated charging power of 7.4 kW can
also be used for charging powers of 1.8 kW, 3.3 kW and 6.6 kW and
uses a single-phase supply from the power grid. The OBC with a
rated charging power of 11 kW is more efficient with its
three-phase grid supply and fast charging strategy, while the
onboard charger rated at 22 kW is even more efficient with its
three-phase supply and therefore much faster charging.
BorgWarner OBCs are designed to meet the standards for use in
many countries and regions including the US, the EU, Japan, and China. They have good isolation between main
input and DC output, are waterproof and dustproof, have an ISO
26262 safety rating and are contained in a liquid-cooled IP6K96
enclosure.
For future applications, BorgWarner's engineering team is
targeting further advances in power density, charging power,
efficiency, volume weight, power factor and the adjustment of
safety levels to meet various national and regional standards.
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 68 locations in 19 countries, the
company employs approximately 30,000 worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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