A new electric vehicle connector is announced by leading global connector manufacturer and supplier, ITT Interconnect Solutions. Its 2nd Generation J1772 Electric Vehicle (EV) connector offers fast, reliable charging for all electric and hybrid vehicles and is ITT ICS’ second product offering for this growth market. It follows substantial R & D investment in developing electric vehicle charging solutions and the successful launch of its first EV connector in summer 2010.
The ITT ICS 2nd Generation J1772 connector has been specified to use AC Level 1 and Level 2 charging for use with EV, EVSE and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The charging system is built in accordance with SAE® standard J1772 201001 (current revisions) which is approved by regional test laboratories worldwide. Consisting of the J2CE Connector and the J2IV inlet, the system is designed for a minimum of 10,000 cycles of mechanical operation and meets UL50 Type 3R/3S sealing for weather protection.
Ted Worroll, Global Product Manager ITT ICS, comments “Our 2nd Generation J1772 has a new streamlined shape with an ergonomic handle, textured for improved grip, an important design factor as EV drivers handle the connector on a daily basis. We have also extended the range of cables the connector will accommodate to satisfy the different preferences we see in each region of the world. ITT ICS provides the only UK and CE certified J1772 interconnect capable of delivering a 75A charge, which results in far faster charging time – less that half that of offerings from other industry suppliers. Our new 2nd Generation SAE® standard J1772 201001 is now available and IEC and GB charging interfaces will be launched in the coming weeks, confirming our commitment to remain at the forefront of this exciting and fast-developing market.”
About ITT Interconnect Solutions
ITT Interconnect Solutions is an international manufacturer and supplier of connectors including Universal Contact, circular, rectangular, fiber optic, RF, power and high voltage, audio, PCMCIA, Compact Flash Card, enclosures, cable assemblies, and application specific custom solutions. The Interconnect Solutions portfolio includes the brands Cannon, VEAM, and BIW. Its products include: connectors and interconnects for the military, aerospace, industrial, oil & gas, medical and transportation markets. For more information on ITT Interconnect Solutions and an archive of its press releases, please visit www.ittcannon.com. ITT Interconnect Solutions is now on Twitter. For all the latest updates follow us at <http://twitter.com/ITT_ICS
About ITT
ITT is a diversified leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions for growing industrial end-markets in energy infrastructure, electronics, aerospace and transportation. Building on its heritage of innovation, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. Founded in 1920, ITT is headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., with employees in more than 30 countries and sales in a total of approximately 125 countries. The company generated 2011 revenues of $2.1 billion. For more information, visit www.itt.com.
