AEI Offers Article on New SAE International Electric Vehicle Coupler Standard

Read more about SAE International's new automotive standard that provides a standard interface between plug-in hybrid and battery-electric vehicles, and electrical charging systems.

Find the article at Automotive Engineering International Online: http://www.sae.org/mags/aei/7479

What: SAE Electric Vehicle and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Conductive Charge Coupler

This SAE Recommended Practice covers the general physical, electrical, functional and performance requirements to facilitate conductive charging of EV/PHEV vehicles in North America. This document defines a common EV/PHEV and supply equipment vehicle conductive charging method including operational requirements and the functional and dimensional requirements for the vehicle inlet and mating connector.

For questions, or to speak to someone about the new standard, contact Shawn Andreassi of SAE, +1-724-772-8522, shawna@sae.org

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