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High-performance contacts for the North American Charging Standard

By Michelle Froese | August 5, 2024

The ODU TURNTAC contact principle is suitable for high currents, such as those required for dc charging EVs.

E-mobility and hybrid vehicles are posing constantly evolving challenges. Demand for alternative drive systems is higher than ever before.

Following its publication as the North American Charging Standard in 2022, several international automotive manufacturers decided to adopt the NACS for the plugs and charging protocols for their future electric vehicles (EVs).

To support this technology, ODU TURNTAC contacts offer high-quality properties, reliable performance, and economical costs. They’re also available for all the most common standards, including NACS, SAE J1772, IEC, GB/T, and ChaoJi.

ODU TURNTAC‘s slotted‐contact principle is scalable for high‐current applications and is viable even in the smallest dimensions. The unique contact geometry with optimum contact forces ensures low mating and de-mating forces, which is extremely important for charging connectors. Even in adverse operating environments, this durable, yet flexible contact system has proven its worth.

In combination with ODU contact pins, the ODU TURNTAC solution ensures a durable and reliable connection. The contact’s outer contours and termination area can be adapted in accordance with each installation. Special contours, sealing surfaces, or other requirements can also be easily implemented.

Features

  • Turned and slotted contacts
  • Applicable for all common charging standards
    • NACS (North American Charging Standard)
    • SAE J1772
    • IEC
    • GB / T
    • ChaoJi
    • CHAdeMO
  • Rugged and universal contact system
  • Low and stable mating and de-mating forces
  • > 10,000 mating cycles
  • Various solutions for cable assembly and connection

View the technical data here. Click here for all of the ODU TURNTAC applications. 

 

 

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