On Technology Day, Chinese company BYD announced the launch of its 1000 volt high-voltage charging system. This system debuts on the Han L and Tang L models and allows for charging speeds higher than the 5C standard, bringing charging speeds closer to those of conventional internal combustion engine vehicles.
BYD’s new system not only improves the charging component itself but also relies on 12 key components in the vehicle, including a 23,000-rpm electric motor and silicon carbide components for power electronics management.
When connected to a single-cylinder DC charger, the new system can charge up to 800 kW of power, while the advertised maximum power of 1000 kW is reached with a dual-cylinder DC charger.
In this way, a 100 kWh battery pack with 5C support could theoretically be fully charged in just 10 minutes. This achievement represents a significant advance in the field of ultra-fast charging, and it positions BYD as one of the most technologically advanced automakers.
BYD is developing a network of infrastructure capable of providing ultra-high-power charging in China. The first 1,000-volt charging stations with 6C technology are already being tested. The company is also working on installing one-gigawatt ultra-high-power chargers at its dealerships. This is in addition to the system already being installed on the Chinese company’s vehicles.
It’s worth noting that BYD’s new system is only available in China and has not yet been made available abroad. It is likely that the Chinese company will begin rolling out the new system at a later date.
