BASF just launched Elastollan® Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) 1180A10WDM, a new grade optimized for charging cables of fast charging piles. As the new grade is softer, it is more flexible and easier to handle than conventional charging cables of fast charging piles.
“High-powered charging piles are gaining popularity as they improve the consumer experience of charging electric vehicles. However, the large cables of fast charging piles are rigid and can be easily damaged,” said Marilyn Lye, Vice President, Business Management Industrial, Performance Materials Asia Pacific, BASF. “BASF’s new grade of TPU is more flexible yet possesses excellent mechanical properties, weather resistance, and flame retardancy. It also meets electric vehicle charger cable standards*,” added Marilyn.
Consumers are vulnerable to severe injury when handling damaged charging cables. Charging cables can deteriorate due to the rigors of the environment, wear & tear from being bent and dragged during use, and even driven over. Using the new high-performance material Elastollan 1180A10WDM for fast charging piles enables a safer and more reliable charging of electric vehicles.
Additionally, the existing Elastollan 1185A10FHF for standard charging cables is available in the market and within shorter lead times directly from BASF Shanghai.
