Protection concepts for high-power charging

Shortening charging times and the availability of charging infrastructure are among the most important challenges to e-mobility. This is where high-power charging (HPC) comes into play. Ultra-fast charging runs at a charging capacity of 150 to 800 kW or even higher. By way of comparison, DC stations charge with an output from 50 kW and conventional AC charging points from around 11 kW. HPC therefore significantly shortens "pit stops". This in turn reduces the need for new charging infrastructure and makes long journeys easier to manage. The provision of HPC charging facilities and the protection of their constant availability are therefore groundbreaking for the e-mobility sector. 
 
Modern HPC charging parks consist of transformer stations, converter units, battery storage systems and even DC-supplied charging stations. Each of these elements is essential for the operation of the charging park; any failure can disable the entire system. This makes it all the more important to plan a holistic, EMC-based lightning protection zone concept in accordance with IEC 62305. We will gladly help you with this. As experts in lightning and surge protection for HPC or megawatt charging stations, we develop and implement highly effective protection concepts for high-performance charging.