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EV Charging &
High-Voltage
Components

PBT+GF for connector insulation. PA66+GF for structural shells. We process UL 94 V-0 and UL 94 V-0 FR resins with the dielectric and dimensional consistency your charging program demands.

Material Selection

The Right Resin for Each Function

EV charging applications split into two distinct resin families — one optimized for dielectric performance, one for structural load and UV exposure. Getting this wrong at the design stage is expensive.

PBT + 30% GF — Connector Insulation

The standard for connector bodies, terminal inserts, BMS housings, and busbar isolators. Low water absorption (0.02–0.2%) means dimensional stability after molding — critical for pin-pitch tolerance retention in multi-pole connectors.


Key properties:

  • CTI 350–600 V (PLC 0–1)
  • HDT 205–220°C at 1.82 MPa
  • Water absorption: 0.02–0.2%
  • UL 94 V-0 at 0.8 mm typical
  • Shrinkage: flow 0.2–0.3% / cross 0.5–1.3%

Reference grades:

Celanese Celanex 2300GV1/30 BASF Ultradur B4406 G6 FR Envalior Pocan BFN4232ZHR

PA66 + 30% GF — Structural Shells

For charging-gun outer housings, vehicle inlet bodies, and bracket structures requiring high impact strength and thermal resistance. Tensile strength 150–180 MPa with HDT above 250°C makes it the choice for mechanically demanding outer shells.


Key properties:

  • Tensile strength: 150–180 MPa
  • HDT: >250°C at 1.82 MPa
  • Continuous service: 120°C
  • UL 94 V-0 (flame-retardant grades)
  • Shrinkage: flow 0.2–0.6% / cross 0.8–1.3%

Reference grades:

BASF Ultramid A3WG6 BASF Ultramid A3EG6 Celanese Zytel 70G33L

Our Reference Case

Covert Housing produced in PBT + 30% GF, UL 94 HB, FMVSS 302 — demonstrating our ability to process flame-rated PBT+GF to automotive interior flammability standards.

Dimensional Capability

Tolerance Standards We Work To

Pin-pitch and mating-interface accuracy in multi-pole EV connectors is non-negotiable. We document all critical dimensions against ISO 20457 with Cpk reporting on request.

Feature Type Tolerance Grade Typical ± (mm) Notes
General connector body ISO 20457 TG6 ±0.15–0.20 PBT+GF baseline
Pin-pitch (mold-fixed) ISO 20457 TG4 ±0.05–0.08 Critical-to-quality feature
Mating-face flatness 0.05 mm / 100 mm Controlled via tool design
Terminal retention bore ISO 286 H8/h8 ±0.02–0.03 CNC post-machining option
Cumulative pin-pitch ±0.20 across row Multi-pole accumulated error

Important: PA66 Conditioning Protocol

PA66-based parts must be inspected after 48-hour conditioning at 23°C / 50% RH per ISO 20457. Moisture absorption causes post-mold dimensional drift — we disclose this upfront and build it into our inspection protocol.

Certifications & Standards

The Standards We Design Around

North America

  • UL 2251 — Plugs, receptacles & couplers
  • UL 2594 — EVSE equipment
  • UL 94 V-0 — Flammability at specified thickness
  • UL 746A/B/C — Polymer property evaluation
  • SAE J1772 / J3400 (NACS)

Material Compliance

  • RoHS 3
  • REACH SVHC
  • EN 50642 Halogen-free (optional)
  • ELV Directive (EU)

Europe

  • IEC 62196 — Type 2 / CCS2 / CHAdeMO
  • IEC 61851 — Charging modes
  • IEC 60112 — CTI measurement
  • IEC 60664-1 — Insulation coordination
  • IEC 60695 — Glow-wire / needle-flame

IP Ratings We Design For

  • IP44 — Mated CCS connector
  • IP54/55 — AC connector disconnected
  • IP65/66 — Wallbox enclosures
  • IP67 — DC connector body unmated
Applications

Where We Apply These Materials

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Charging Connector Bodies

CCS1/CCS2/Type 2/NACS outer housings and inserts

Vehicle Inlet Bodies

On-vehicle charge port housings and retention systems

BMS & Electronics Housings

Battery management system enclosures with EMI shielding grades

Busbar Isolators

High-CTI PBT separators for 800V architecture

Sensor Housings

Proximity, temperature, and current sensing enclosures

Wallbox Enclosures

IP65/66 rated AC charging station outer shells

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