India, April 23 -- TDK Corp. announced the HVC50, a high-voltage DC contactor designed for connecting or disconnecting lithium-ion batteries with up to 1500 V in traction applications, energy storage systems (ESS), and megawatt charging systems (MCS). With this component, TDK enables its customers to drive the green transformation towards an all-electric society and reduce carbon footprint.

In a single event, the HVC50 can disconnect DC voltages of up to 1500 V and DC currents of up to 1000 A in less than 30 ms. Continuously, it can carry up to 750 A. Weighing 1.7 kg and measuring 97.8 x 140 x 94.2 mm, this component is designed for the demanding requirements of industrial applications and commercial vehicles, combining reliability, safe...