Philatron Wire and Cable has installed a giant planetary cabling line designed for the production of mega-size EV charging cables. The company reports that this new technology positions them to meet the growing demand for large-scale EV charging solutions, as they supply 80% of supercharging cables in the USA. This line accommodates seven 50-inch -1270mm- diameter reels, each capable of holding and dispensing individual conductor and tubing footage up to 5,000 pounds.
The giant planetary design ensures that reels carrying conductors and tubing rotate to prevent unwanted twisting and torsion—a critical feature for large-size EV cables and those containing liquid cooling tubing. This technology allows Philatron to maintain superior quality and flexibility in their mega-size EV charging cables, ensuring they meet industry standards.
Philatron’s cables are designed to support fast charging for large electric vehicles, including buses and heavy-duty trucks. These cables are available in various American Wire Gauge -AWG- sizes:
+ 2
+ 1
+ 2/0
+ 3/0
+ 4/0
+ 250 MCM
+350 MCM
+500 MCM
These products have UL listing as Type EVE 1000 volts EV charging cables. Sold under the Philaflex™ brand, these cables offer extra flexibility and withstand temperatures ranging from +105°C to -60°C.
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