Battery Energy Storage Systems & Electrified Vehicles
Wire & Cable Solutions for Electrification
The advent and adoption of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and Electrified Vehicles (EVs) are two major forces driving industrial development and economic growth. LAPP Tannehill provides a broad array of wire, cable and electrical connectivity solutions required within both of these technology sectors.
With an extensive portfolio of over 200 brands and manufacturing partners, combined with our unparalleled product knowledge, technical expertise, and exceptional customer service, we are committed to delivering the perfect electrification solution tailored to your application needs.
Battery Energy Storage Systems
The Energy Storage Systems market, commonly referred to as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), is a dynamic and rapidly expanding industry fueled by the rising demand for electrical grid stability and the transition to renewable energy sources.
>> Read more about Energy Storage Systems for Electrification
Energy storage systems are typically suited to store electrical energy from renewable sources and dispatch power to a local electrical grid as needed. These systems are often comprised of the following sub-systems packaged into a container or similar enclosure:
This interactive image illustrates a container used for a battery energy storage system.
Battery Packs & Modules: stores incoming electrical energy from renewable sources and releases it on-demand.
Battery Management System: monitors/controls the batteries to ensure optimal operations.
Power Conversion System: manages the conversion of electrical power between DC (from the batteries) and AC as well as different voltage levels.
Energy Management System: concerned with the charge/discharge of the batteries and regulating electricity flow.
Thermal Management/HVAC System: ensures ESS operates effectively in its environment under all conditions. Includes heating and cooling equipment as required.
Fire Suppression System: Provides safety measures to detect and suppress fires, protecting the ESS components and ensuring operational safety.
Wire & Cable Solutions for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
These sub-systems require specific types of cabling (battery cable, ethernet cable, bus cable, power/control cable, VFD cable, etc.), connectors, cord grips and other electrical connectivity components shown below:
| ESS Sub-System | Main Connectivity Components |
|---|---|
| Battery Packs & Modules | Battery Cable, High-Temp Control Cable, Ethernet Cable, CAN Bus Data Cable, RS485 cable |
| Battery Management System | Connectors, Ethernet Cable, CAN Bus Data Cable, Portable Cordage |
| Power Conversion System | Battery Cable, Cable Glands, Connectors, Markers |
| Energy Management System | Ethernet Cable, RS485 cable, RJ45 data connectors, Circular Connectors |
| Thermal Management / HVAC System | VFD cable, Cord Grips, Tray Cable, Power & Control Cable |
| Fire Suppression System | Fire Alarm Cable, Markers |
Electrified Vehicles (EVs)
The transportation industry is rapidly electrifying and transitioning from purely internal combustion engine drivetrains to an increasingly wide range of electrified options to meet carbon emission and air pollution standards. Read more on Wiring for EV Infrastructure: What You Need to Know.
The main types of electrified vehicle configurations include:
BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles): rely entirely on electric energy stored in the vehicle’s batteries to drive the wheels.
PHEVs (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles): combine a gas engine with electric motors and a small battery pack. The pack can be recharged via an electrical outlet or via the gas engine. The wheels can be driven by the gas engine, or electric motor, or both at the same time.
HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicles): Similar to PHEVs, but the battery cannot be plugged in to recharge as it relies on the gas engine and regenerative braking to charge. The wheels can be driven by the gas engine, or electric motor, or both at the same time.
EREVs (Extended Range Electric Vehicles): also known as “range extenders” have both a gas engine and an electric motor plus battery pack, but the gas engine does not drive the wheels as it serves as a generator to recharge the battery pack.
Wire & Cable Solutions for Electrified Vehicles (EVs)
With such a wide variation in underlying technologies to the 4 types of EVs, there is a broad spectrum of wire, cable, and wire management solutions for the electrified vehicle space shown below:
| EV Requirement | Type of Solution | Products & Technologies | |
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BEV Charging
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Level 2 and Fast Charging Cable |
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CarolGreene Ultraflex (Level 2, UL2263), Prycharge DC EV Cable, CarolGreene Ultraflex Cable with J1772 Connector |
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High Voltage Systems
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High Voltage Shielded Cable |
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Draka Prestolite Shielded Battery Cable |
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Cable Protection
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Woven Fabric Heat shrink |
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Cable Management and High Voltage Cable Identification
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Flexible Sleeving |
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Techflex Cable Protection sleeving: F6 Battle Wrap, F6 Heavy, Flex Glass FR, Flexo® PET |
| EV Requirement | Type of Solution | Products & Technologies |
|---|---|---|
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BEV Charging
|
Level 2 and Fast Charging Cable |
CarolGreene Ultraflex (Level 2, UL2263), Prycharge DC EV Cable, CarolGreene Ultraflex Cable with J1772 Connector |
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High Voltage Systems
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High Voltage Shielded Cable |
Draka Prestolite Shielded Battery Cable |
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Cable Protection
|
Woven Fabric Heat shrink |
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Cable Management and High Voltage Cable Identification
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Flexible Sleeving |
Techflex Cable Protection sleeving: F6 Battle Wrap, F6 Heavy, Flex Glass FR, Flexo® PET |
Level 2 and Fast Charging Cable
CarolGreene Ultraflex (Level 2, UL2263), Prycharge DC EV Cable, CarolGreene Ultraflex Cable with J1772 Connector
High Voltage Shielded Cable
Draka Prestolite Shielded Battery Cable
Flexible Sleeving
Techflex Cable Protection sleeving: F6 Battle Wrap, F6 Heavy, Flex Glass FR, Flexo® PET