At the IAA trade fair in Hanover, Portuguese manufacturer i-charging introduced its megawatt charging solution, known as the i-light system, which offers a maximum output of 1.5 MW.
The i-light solution comprises a central power unit and several satellites, each equipped with one charging point. The power unit can distribute its 1.5 megawatts across one to six satellites, allowing for charging outputs ranging from 250 kW to 1.5 MW in 250 kW increments. The system is compatible with either MCS or CCS connections, boasts an efficiency rate of 98 to 99 percent, and features a 37-inch display on each satellite.
The Power Unit serves as the main supply, distributing charging current to multiple satellites through dynamic load balancing. This design is similar to other systems with a central power unit and compact satellites, like those from Kempower and Ekoenergetyka. The i-charging satellites measure 55 x 62 centimeters and stand 2.55 meters tall.
Pedro Moreira da Silva, CEO of i-charging, remarked, “With i-light, we are making a bold statement about the future of heavy-duty transport. Our objective is to offer a solution that meets the urgent demand for faster, more efficient charging while promoting sustainable energy transition. The i-light is a crucial milestone in this process, and we are excited to launch this technology.”
i-charging plans to have the i-light system certified by 2025, coinciding with the release of MCS standards by ISO, IEC, and SAE. The company also aims to launch the first i-light chargers with MCS connections by 2025, while CCS-equipped versions are expected to be available by late 2024.
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