ePower-Lite | IP6K9K High Voltage Connector Solutions

IP6K9K high voltage connector performance is available in Amphenol Industrial Operations’ ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini family, a new generation of high voltageconnectors designed to meet the evolving needs of electric and hybrid electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and industrial applications. With advanced engineering and a compact design, these connectors offer high performance, reliability, and safety in even the most demanding environments. Whether you’re looking for robust connectivity solutions for medium-duty trucks, buses, high-voltage auxiliary systems, or energy storage systems, the ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini deliver optimal functionality in compact, cost-effective packages.

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Key Features & Benefits
• Typical Applications
• Technical Specifications
• Why Choose ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini?
• Frequently Asked Questions

Overview

The ePower-Lite series is engineered to handle high voltage and high current loads in a wide range of applications. These lightweight connectors are designed to provide easy installation, superior sealing, and enhanced performance, making them ideal for the electrification of vehicles and other power-hungry industrial systems. The ePower-Lite Mini offers a smaller form factor with the same high voltage capabilities, making it the perfect choice for applications requiring space-saving designs.

Both connectors feature Amphenol’s innovative RADSOK® technology, ensuring low contact resistance and minimal temperature rise under high current loads. The superior contact design enables the connectors to withstand the rigorous demands of high-power environments, delivering efficiency and reliability across a broad range of industries.

The ePower-Lite Mini family now includes ePower-Lite Mini X, a compact 2-pole high-voltage connector option for space-constrained applications such as DC/DC converters, high-voltage heaters, and high-voltage climate compressors. Mini X supports sealed, touch-safe high-voltage connectivity with optional HVIL and EMI configurations, helping engineers address safety, packaging, and environmental requirements in EV, HEV, FCV, heavy equipment, automation, and industrial electrification platforms.

Key Features & Benefits

• High Voltage Rating: Rated for voltages up to 1000V DC, providing safe and reliable connections for electric vehicles, industrial machinery, and energy storage systems.
• Compact, Lightweight Design: These connectors are designed to be compact and lightweight without compromising on performance, making them ideal for applications where space and weight are at a premium.
• Current Ratings: The ePower-Lite is capable of handling currents up to 120A, while the ePower-Lite Mini supports currents up to 30A. Mini X configurations support compact 2-pole high-voltage connections with current ratings based on cable size and configuration.
• RADSOK® Technology: ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini feature Amphenol’s proprietary RADSOK® contact technology, which provides higher current-carrying capability with lower insertion force, enhancing connector performance and lifespan.
• IP6K9K High Voltage Connector Protection: The connectors meet IP67 and IP6K9K sealing requirements in the mated condition, ensuring protection against dust, water, spray, and other environmental contaminants. This makes them suitable for harsh operating conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
• Touch-Safe Design: Mini X includes IP2XB/IPXXB touch protection, helping support safer handling and service practices within properly designed high-voltage systems.
• Optional HVIL: Mini X offers optional High Voltage Interlock Loop configurations to support system-level safety strategies in electrified platforms.
• Optional EMI Configurations: Mini X is available with optional EMI configurations for applications where shielding and electromagnetic interference management are part of the system design.
• Quick and Secure Mating: Incorporating a robust locking mechanism that guarantees secure connections, minimizing the risk of accidental disconnects in high-vibration environments.
• Durability: With a robust shell design and enhanced sealing features, these connectors are engineered for long-term use in rugged environments, delivering reliable performance under extreme temperatures and conditions.

Typical Applications

The ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini connectors are perfect for a wide range of applications, including:

• Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs): Ideal for connecting power systems, batteries, and high voltage distribution in EV and HEV platforms, including buses, trucks, and off-highway vehicles.
• Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCVs): Suitable for compact high-voltage power connections in fuel cell vehicle systems and supporting electrified subsystems.
• Energy Storage Systems (ESS): Designed to handle the power requirements of large-scale battery systems, ensuring efficient energy transfer and minimal losses in renewable energy and backup power applications.
• Industrial and Heavy Equipment: These connectors are suitable for use in industrial machinery, robotics, and automation systems where high voltage, high current, and reliability are critical.
• High-Voltage Auxiliary Systems: Mini X is well suited for DC/DC converters, high-voltage heaters, and high-voltage climate compressors where compact, sealed, 2-pole high-voltage connectivity is required.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: Up to 1000V DC
• Current Rating: ePower-Lite up to 120A, ePower-Lite Mini up to 30A, and ePower-Lite Mini X current ratings based on cable size and configuration
• Mini X Cable Size Options: 2.5mm² and 4mm² configurations
• Mini X Contact Arrangement: 2-pole design with 2.8mm contacts
• Contact Technology: RADSOK® for ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini
• Mini X Options: Optional HVIL and optional EMI configurations
• Touch Protection: IP2XB/IPXXB for Mini X configurations
• Sealing: IP67, IP6K9K in the mated condition
• Mating Cycles: 100 cycles minimum
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C for ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini; Mini X configurations may support extended temperature ranges depending on configuration and drawing revision
• Compliance: RoHS compliant

Why Choose ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini?

Amphenol Industrial Operations is a global leader in providing innovative interconnect solutions that drive the electrification of transportation and industrial systems. The ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini are engineered to deliver the perfect balance of size, performance, and reliability, making them the ideal choice for manufacturers looking to optimize their power systems. With advanced high voltage connectors designed to meet the most rigorous standards, Amphenol’s ePower-Lite series ensures seamless connectivity in the most demanding applications.

The addition of ePower-Lite Mini X gives engineers another compact option within the same high-voltage connector family. For designs requiring a smaller sealed interface, optional HVIL, optional EMI, and touch-safe protection, Mini X helps bridge the gap between packaging constraints and harsh-environment electrical performance.

Whether you need high voltage connectors for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, or industrial machinery, the ePower-Lite and ePower-Lite Mini offer the perfect solution. Experience superior performance, enhanced durability, and reliable power distribution with Amphenol’s ePower-Lite family of connectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is new with the ePower-Lite Mini X?
The ePower-Lite Mini X expands the ePower-Lite Mini family with a compact 2-pole high-voltage connector option for space-constrained applications. It supports 1000V DC operation, optional HVIL, optional EMI configurations, IP2XB/IPXXB touch protection, and IP67/IP6K9K sealing in the mated condition.

What applications is ePower-Lite Mini X designed for?
ePower-Lite Mini X is designed for compact high-voltage power connections in EV, HEV, FCV, heavy equipment, automation, and automotive systems. Typical applications include DC/DC converters, high-voltage heaters, and high-voltage climate compressors.

Does ePower-Lite Mini X support HVIL and EMI options?
Yes. ePower-Lite Mini X offers optional HVIL configurations to support high-voltage interlock loop requirements and optional EMI configurations for applications where shielding and electromagnetic interference control are part of the system design.

What sealing ratings does ePower-Lite Mini X support?
The ePower-Lite Mini X documentation identifies IP67 and IP6K9K protection in the mated condition, helping support use in harsh environments where dust, moisture, spray, and contaminants may be present.

Ready to discuss your high-voltage connector requirements? Contact Amphenol Industrial Operations for ePower-Lite, ePower-Lite Mini, or Mini X configuration support. Share your voltage, current, cable size, sealing, HVIL, EMI, and packaging requirements with our team for technical guidance and design-in support.