AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/
-- BorgWarner, a global leader in delivering innovative and
sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market, has entered
into a partnership with ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
(hereinafter referred to as ZEEKR), owned by Geely Holding Group
(hereinafter referred to as Geely). BorgWarner plans to supply its
advanced High-voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) to ZEEKR's new ZEEKR
001 electric sedan.
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The HVCH technology was developed to meet the demand for
fast-acting solutions as the thermal management systems of vehicles
increasingly become decoupled from the internal combustion engine,
permanently in the case of electric vehicles (EVs) and for longer
parts of the drive cycle in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). By
offering consistent temperature distribution inside the battery
pack and its cells, BorgWarner's coolant heaters can be used for
improving battery energy performance in EVs and HEVs. In addition
it allows comfortable cabin temperatures to be generated in a short
time enabling a better driving and passenger experience. With high
thermal power density and fast response time due to their low
thermal mass, these heaters also extend pure electric driving range
as they use less power from the battery.
"We are excited to offer our innovative heater technology, which
solves two problems in a single device, to ZEERK 001. Our
High-voltage Coolant Heater will help them improve battery-operated
range by controlling the battery temperature at an optimal level
while also increasing passenger comfort through delivering an ideal
interior climate," said Joe Fadool,
President and General Manager, BorgWarner Emissions, Thermal and
Turbo Systems. BorgWarner's extensive range of advanced battery and
cabin heater systems are widely recognized by global OEMs as they
improve the efficiency of their cars and help them meet the latest
clean mobility trends."
The HVCH uses the latest thick film element (TFE) technology.
Developed to meet demand for high-performance systems that quickly
generate heat, the HVCH's heating elements are immersed in coolant
so that power losses are minimized. Moreover, the technology allows
for direct temperature sensing.The HVCH is available in two
versions – single plate and dual plate – both integrated into
robust aluminum housings that provide excellent electromagnetic
shielding. Suitable for applications with supply voltages between
180 and 800 volts, the HVCH offers a power range of 3 to 10 kW. The
devices are protected from overheating, as the system switches off
automatically in the event a failure occurring.
The new ZEEKR 001 equipped with BorgWarner's HVCH is scheduled
to start production in the second half of 2021.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable
mobility solutions for the vehicle market. Building on its original
equipment expertise, BorgWarner also brings market leading product
and service solutions to the global aftermarket. With manufacturing
and technical facilities in 96 locations in 23 countries, the
company employs approximately 50,000 people worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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