Delta, a Taiwanese company which provides power and thermal management solutions, announced the launch of its 500kW DC Ultra-fast EV Charger UFC 500. Amidst the rise of high-power charging needs and challenges in land acquisition for EV charging operators, the UFC 500 emerges as an ideal solution through its remarkable power versus footprint ratio. Offering unparalleled convenience, the UFC 500 can charge one heavy duty electric vehicle (e-truck/e-Bus) with large battery capacity at 460 kW power within 2 hours, which, on average, result in a driving range for a full-day operation. The UFC 500 is built on state-of-the-art technology and can charge EVs at up to 80% capacity in just 30 minutes.
Vincent Lin, Vice President of eMobility and Smart Energy Solutions at Delta EMEA, said: “The UFC 500 delivers ultra-fast charging capabilities and, through integration with our own EV charging management system DeltaGrid® EVM and energy storage solutions, significantly reduces pressure to the grid. This powerful combination exemplifies the perfect fusion of EV charging and smart energy management solutions. Moreover, it excels in performance and efficiency to fulfill CPOs’ immediate and future charging requirements.”
In public charging applications, the simultaneous charging of 2 modern EV’s can get the charging power up to 250 kW each. Furthermore, this is the most attractive charging service offering from an end user perspective. The UFC 500 accommodates various passenger EVs and charging needs, spanning fleet, depot, logistics, industrial, and public charging setups.
The UFC 500’s cutting-edge power module utilizes silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology. SiC is a compound of silicon and carbon, ensuring high overall conversion efficiency. Delta’s patented internal circuit topology produces a lightweight power module, effortlessly manageable by even a single maintenance technician. This technology delivers a blend of benefits, resulting in UFC 500’s compact size and reduced noise level.
The UFC 500 is designed for complete system integration. It simplifies setup and management, proving to be a durable, long-term investment, with features including network connectivity, backward compatibility, and energy management. Its robust, all-weather exterior design meets IP55 and IK10 standards. Moreover, this ensures reliability and high service availability even in the most demanding conditions. For added convenience, the UFC 500 features a sophisticated cable management solution. A four-meter extending arm on the charger protects and simplifies cable access. Additionally, the integrated credit card payment solution facilitates easy deployment for operators while providing convenient payment options for end-users.
In order to address grid pressure challenges, the UFC 500 integrates seamlessly with the DeltaGrid® EVM. The system facilitates the grouping, prioritization, scheduling, and power limit configuration of EV chargers while utilizing time-of-use tariff arbitrage. Engineered to support CPO’s energy reduction strategy, DeltaGrid® EVM can help reduce a site’s carbon footprint and operational costs through peak shaving. DeltaGrid® EVM offers unique management capabilities for an EV charging infrastructure, preventing overloads and ensuring no contract demand penalties. This capability enables CPOs to deliver high-performance EV charging without compromising grid integrity. The UFC 500 is also compatible with Delta’s renewable energy and energy storage solutions.
Experience the future of EV charging technology firsthand at this year’s Nordic EV Summit. Visit the Delta booth, B02-14, at Nova Spektrum in Oslo, Norway, from 4-5 April 2024. Discover how the UFC 500 is setting new benchmarks in EV charging technology, paving the way for a sustainable, electrified future.
