4 stories tagged materials on EV Digest.
German manufacturer Wevo-Chemie has unveiled WEVOSIL 26040 FL, a new thermally conductive silicone gap filler engineered for highly compact EV components. This material is designed to fill extremely small spaces, essential for optimizing thermal management in high-voltage battery packs and power electronics. Its application is crucial for enhancing the efficiency and longevity of electric vehicle systems.
SABIC has launched two new polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) compounds specifically engineered for insulating high-voltage power modules in electric vehicles. These materials, LNP THERMOCOMP OFM76XXP and OFM76EXP, are designed to support 800V and higher traction inverters, facilitating faster charging and overall enhanced EV performance.
Volkswagen's battery subsidiary, PowerCo, has partnered with OCSiAl, making them a key supplier of single-wall carbon nanotubes for its innovative Unified Cell battery platform. These advanced nanotubes will be integrated into the anodes of PowerCo's batteries, enhancing conductivity and overall performance. The collaboration aims to bolster the development of next-generation EV batteries at PowerCo's German facility.
Major automotive manufacturers like Ferrari and BMW are increasingly adopting aluminum wiring in their electric vehicles, moving away from traditional copper. This strategic pivot, following a trend set by Tesla and Chinese automakers, aims to reduce both vehicle weight and production costs—critical factors in EV manufacturing.
