Molex has introduced the launch of its eHV60 high-voltage automotive connector, the primary product in its new eHV high-voltage connector and terminal system portfolio. Molex says the eHV60 is purpose-built for auxiliary high-voltage features, together with DC/DC converters, onboard chargers, electrical compressors and e-axles in battery electrical automobiles and plug-in hybrid electrical automobiles.
The connector is designed to mix a compact type issue with sturdy electrical and mechanical reliability, addressing rising area constraints in trendy electrical automobile architectures. The eHV60 helps as much as 1000 V and 64 A at 80°C, making it fitted to mid-power auxiliary purposes. The connector’s shielded interface supplies enhanced safety in opposition to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is important for sustaining sign integrity and general system security in high-voltage EV techniques.
Molex says that the eHV60 occupies as much as 30 % much less area in comparison with current alternate options, enabling simpler integration into compact system designs. The eHV60 has been validated each electrically and mechanically as a drop-in alternative, providing automotive authentic gear producers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers the choice to supply from a number of validated suppliers with out revising current system layouts.
Molex highlights adherence to USCAR-2 and LV215 business requirements and notes international compliance and qualification readiness.
“The brand new eHV60 aligns with Molex’s broader automotive portfolio to strengthen provide chain resiliency and scale back complete manufacturing prices,” mentioned Scott Whicker, Senior Vice President and President of Transportation and Revolutionary Options at Molex. “This latest extension to our eHV high-voltage connector portfolio provides a compact, environment friendly answer that will increase sourcing flexibility whereas easing integration into space-constrained techniques.”
Molex expects to make the eHV60 obtainable within the first quarter of 2026.
Supply: Molex
