- Keysight Technologies has announced the launch of two new testing solutions for electric vehicle charging systems, in a context marked by increasing charging power and the emergence of megawatt-level charging.
- These testing tools are designed for automakers, equipment manufacturers, and charging infrastructure providers facing evolving electrical architectures and international standards.
The increasing electrification of transportation is leading to a diversification of uses, ranging from fast charging for private vehicles to megawatt charging for trucks, buses, and industrial fleets. This evolution is accompanied by technical constraints, particularly in terms of safety, interoperability, and compliance with multiple standards such as MCS, CCS, ISO 15118, GB/T, and CHAdeMO. In this context, testing and validation phases aim to limit the risks of industrial delays or late system modifications.
For Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications
The SL2600A Megawatt Charging Discovery System is designed for validating high-power charging systems, particularly for heavy-duty vehicle applications. It supports voltages up to 1500 V and currents up to 1500 A. According to Keysight, its modular architecture allows for testing both electric vehicles and charging infrastructure on a single platform. The system is also advertised as compatible with upcoming charging standard updates, including NACS and CCS.
High-Power Charging Testing
The SL1047A Scienlab Charging Discovery System – High-Power Series is designed for high-power charging testing with software-controlled scaling. The initial configuration starts at 400 A and 1000 V, with the ability to scale up to 800 A and 1500 V without hardware modifications. This platform supports the main global charging standards, including the GB/T standard in its 2024 version, and integrates dedicated testing functions for communication protocols between the vehicle and the charging station.
Keysight indicates that these two systems enable compliance and interoperability testing across the entire charging chain, from the electrical layer to communication exchanges. The stated objective is to support the development of new charging infrastructure and reduce uncertainties related to evolving standards and practices.
