Specialist relay carries heavy surge currents for EV/HEV pre-charge function
The G9EJ-1 is specifically designed for use in pre-charge circuits used in electric vehicles and other battery systems to reduce the very high inrush currents on start-up. Before the vehicle or system is fully started, the pre-charge circuit is switched on briefly to charge capacitors in the controller and inverter through a current-limiting resistor. The G9EJ-1 is specifically designed to switch in this circuit, and is a cost-effective solution that can support up to 25A at 400 VDC.
Omron has designed the G9EJ with a proprietary contact driving system that enhances the inrush current performance and ensures a long service life under these conditions. The G9EJ also features a high-efficiency magnetic circuit which helps extinguish magnetic arcs which can damage the contact surface. The relay is amongst the smallest solutions of its type, sized at just 30 x 27 x 31 mm and weighs around 50g.
The G9EJ-1 complements the Omron range of power relays for the electric vehicle main power relays, which switch in the full motor circuit once the pre-charge phase is complete. These include the G9EC which can switch up to 200A at 400 VDC.
Omron; https://components.omron.eu
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