connectors

Molex, a global electronics and connectivity innovator, has launched its first product in its eHV high-voltage connector and terminal system portfolio, designed to provide secure and reliable high-performance electrical connections in high-voltage … [Read more...]

Electric-vehicle (EV) connectors and charging cables must safely handle increasingly high currents and power levels. Conventional air-cooled cables and connectors begin to reach practical limits around 250 A continuous, with some designs capable of … [Read more...]

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are becoming a preferred power source for off-highway and ground support equipment as industries push toward cleaner, more efficient operations. Part I of this series examined the broader shift away from internal … [Read more...]

Integrating a liquid coolant system into the cable assembly and connector housing of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure moves coolant around the high-current wires and connectors. The liquid coolant circulates through jackets or channels … [Read more...]

Basic plastics are electrically insulating, but with the proper additives, they can become conductive. Electrically conductive plastics can be used to replace metal components and improve sustainability in several areas of connector construction. … [Read more...]

A vehicle control unit (VCU) coordinates and manages operations across key electric vehicle (EV) systems. This article reviews primary VCU functions, explores its core physical architecture and protocols, and highlights connectors' crucial role in … [Read more...]

Connectors on autonomous vehicles can be classified by their mechanical characteristics and their electrical capabilities. Numerous types of connectors are needed when designing autonomous vehicles. This FAQ begins by looking at connectors' … [Read more...]