How to Choose the Right Electric Charging Cable

How to Choose the Right Type of Electric Charging Cable According to the Specific Needs of New Energy Vehicles?

Selecting the appropriate electric charging cable type requires consideration of the specific needs of new energy vehicles, including charging mode, safety, portability, and compatibility with charging stations. Here are some key points:

Charging Mode

Different charging modes have different requirements for electric charging cables. For example, portable charging (slow charging) cables need to be lightweight, flexible, easy to carry and store, while also possessing high safety features such as overload protection and leakage protection.

Safety and Efficiency

When selecting a electric charging cable, it must ensure it meets the safety and efficiency requirements of different charging modes. This includes the cable's material, structural design, and whether it complies with relevant standards and regulations.

National Standards and Industry Regulations

Adhering to national standards and industry regulations, such as the "Design Code for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations" (GB50966-2014), is an important basis for selecting electric charging cables. These regulations contain mandatory provisions that must be strictly followed.

Compatibility with Charging Stations

The selected electric charging cable must be compatible with the charging station being used to ensure a smooth charging process. This includes consistency in voltage, current, and interface type.

Importance of Qualified Cables

Using qualified electric charging cables can prevent fires or other accidents. Therefore, when choosing electric charging cables, priority should be given to products that have been certified and tested.

What are the specific requirements for the packaging, transportation, and storage of new energy vehicle electric charging cables?

Packaging Requirements

Cables should be properly wound on cable reels that meet the requirements of JB/T8137, ensuring the cables are not excessively bent.

Each cable reel should be marked with the manufacturer's name or trademark, the cable's rated voltage, model and specification, cable length (in meters), gross weight (in kilograms), manufacturing date, a symbol indicating the correct rolling direction of the cable reel, and the technical specification number.

Each reel of cable shipped should be accompanied by a product inspection certificate, which should be placed in a waterproof plastic bag and fixed on the side plate of the cable reel.

Transportation Requirements

During transportation, electric charging cables should not be subject to severe vibration, impact, sun exposure, rain, or placed inverted.

Storage Requirements

Electric charging cables should be stored in a warehouse that is well-ventilated, at a temperature between -25°C to 55°C, with a monthly average relative humidity not exceeding 90%, and free from corrosive and explosive gases. During storage, they should be protected from rain, sun exposure, condensation, and frost.