On September 19, 2022, in conjunction with the completion of BASF's engineering plastics plant at the Zhanjiang integrated base, BASF and Basba Technology Development Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Basba") showcased a concept supercharging pile manufactured using BASF's innovative material solutions. Ultramid ® Polyamide (PA), Ultramid ® Advanced Polyphthalamide (PPA), Ultradur ® Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) and Elastollan ® Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is used to manufacture various components of concept supercharging stations, including electronic casings, charging guns, circuit breakers, switches, safety components, cables, and cooling systems.
Marilyn Lye, Vice President of Industrial Products Business Management for BASF's Specialty Materials Asia Pacific region, said, "The materials used in the concept supercharging station have outstanding mechanical properties, including flame retardancy and electrical insulation. Our proprietary simulation technology Ultrasim ® It also helps to shorten the design cycle. ”
The prerequisites for materials used in high-power charging piles are often more stringent, as they need to carry higher current and voltage loads. Therefore, these charging piles need to be made of high-performance materials that can exhibit excellent mechanical properties and high dimensional stability at high temperatures.
Lin Guojun, Chairman of Basba, said, "The concept of a super charging pile can serve as a typical example, proving that we are constantly meeting the growing demand for high-power charging piles that are reliable, durable, and safe
The BASF Co Creation Center also provides support for the fashionable design of concept supercharging stations.
Lin Guojun added, "As China is expected to account for about half of the global electric vehicle market by 2025, charging infrastructure is the key to achieving the popularization of electric vehicles. Therefore, charging piles have synchronized with market demand and government investment and accelerated construction. Especially high-power charging piles can improve the feasibility and consumer experience of electric vehicle charging