Charge controllers and components for electric vehicle charging stations
SIMATIC charge controllers, electrical components and applications to realize modern AC and DC EV charging stations.
We provide OEMs and system integrators with cutting edge, programmable EV charging controllers, electrical components and whole system applications for AC and DC charging.
Automation technology for e-mobility charging – a growing market
Charging technology for electric vehicles is a fast growing market. At Infrastructure projects in the industrial and public environment, Charging is getting more and more an important part of the projects, and this opens further business potential for your company. Join our Tech Meetup and learn more about how you can use your TIA know-how and our application examples based on SIMATIC and SINAMICS to perform efficient engineering for your charging infrastructure projects. Sign up for your Tech Meetup on our virtual event platform.
Charge controller platform – SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller
Siemens charging software applications are based on the SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller with an integrated Windows platform and a pre-configured SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller with highest security standards. It enables a direct backend connection using OCPP via 3G, USB connections for RFID readers or Profinet for connecting HMIs
AC charge control module – SIMATIC ET 200SP TM ECC 2x PWM ST
Developed on the basis of the SIMATIC ET 200SP, the TM ECC 2x PWM ST charge controller controls the IEC 61851-compliant conductive charging of electric vehicles.
Two charging points can be implemented per module.
DC charge control module – SIMATIC ET 200SP TM ECC PL ST
Developed on the basis of the SIMATIC ET 200SP, the TM ECC PL ST charge controller controls the IEC 61851 and DIN 70121 (ISO 15118) compliant conductive charging of electric vehicles. It enables Powerline Green Phy Communication as defined in DIN SPEC 70121 in combination with a pulse-width-modulated signal in accordance with IEC 61851.
One charging point can be implemented per module.
Power metering – SIMATIC ET 200SP Energy Meter / PAC1600 / PAC2200
The SIMATIC ET 200SP Energy Meter records and continuously stores current and voltage values from the charging session. The values recorded can be used in the module to evaluate the active, reactive, and apparent power ratio. For calibratable metering (e.g. according to German “Eichrecht”) the meter “EDL40+” (from 3rd party vendor) can be used together with SIMATIC.
Electrical products SIRIUS and SENTRON
With SIRIUS and SENTRON, we offer you a unique and comprehensive portfolio to equip your charging infrastructure. The holistically tested components offer rugged and durable switching, protection and monitoring devices.
Converting DC power for charging – SINAMICS DCP
SINAMICS DCP DC-DC converter is a highly efficient, bidirectional buck-and-boost converter offering scalable performance. It allows current to flow in both directions at variable voltage levels. Thanks to its high internal switching frequency, the SINAMICS DCP is light and compact, so it requires minimal space inside the charge pole or control panel.
CAN-Bus communication for CHAdeMO – SIMATIC PN/CAN Gateway
Combining the SINAMICS DCP with the PN/CAN Gateway makes it possible to implement DC charging solutions using the CAN-based CHAdeMO communication standard. It ensures the connection between PROFINET and CAN. Connected directly via PROFINET, it can be easily commissioned in the TIA Portal.
E-Car driver identification – SIMATIC RFID Reader
With the SIMATIC RF1060R RFID reader (connected via USB), customer identification and charging session authorization can be implemented extremely easily and flexibly. The identification process can utilize existing cards, such as employee IDs or credit cards, which improves user-friendliness and reduce costs.
Touch panel for E-Car drivers – SIMATIC HMI Outdoor Panel
The rugged SIMATIC HMI Panel suitable for outdoor use enables simple and convenient charging control and monitoring. Thanks to the 7- and 15-inch, daylight-readable widescreen displays with automatic or manual dimming, the durable, dazzle-free panels are legible at all times, whether in bright sunlight or darkness.
Communication with backend for billing – SCALANCE Ethernet switch
SCALANCE X Industrial Ethernet switches ensure reliable industrial communication within charging infrastructures and the secure connection of the charging infrastructure to a higher-level network or the Internet for communication with the backend.
Siemens charging software applications are based on the SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller with an integrated Windows platform and a pre-configured SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller with highest security standards. It enables a direct backend connection using OCPP via 3G, USB connections for RFID readers or Profinet for connecting HMIs
Developed on the basis of the SIMATIC ET 200SP, the TM ECC PL ST charge controller controls the IEC 61851 and DIN 70121 (ISO 15118) compliant conductive charging of electric vehicles. It enables Powerline Green Phy Communication as defined in DIN SPEC 70121 in combination with a pulse-width-modulated signal in accordance with IEC 61851.
One charging point can be implemented per module.
The SIMATIC ET 200SP Energy Meter records and continuously stores current and voltage values from the charging session. The values recorded can be used in the module to evaluate the active, reactive, and apparent power ratio. For calibratable metering (e.g. according to German “Eichrecht”) the meter “EDL40+” (from 3rd party vendor) can be used together with SIMATIC.
SINAMICS DCP DC-DC converter is a highly efficient, bidirectional buck-and-boost converter offering scalable performance. It allows current to flow in both directions at variable voltage levels. Thanks to its high internal switching frequency, the SINAMICS DCP is light and compact, so it requires minimal space inside the charge pole or control panel.
Combining the SINAMICS DCP with the PN/CAN Gateway makes it possible to implement DC charging solutions using the CAN-based CHAdeMO communication standard. It ensures the connection between PROFINET and CAN. Connected directly via PROFINET, it can be easily commissioned in the TIA Portal.
With the SIMATIC RF1060R RFID reader (connected via USB), customer identification and charging session authorization can be implemented extremely easily and flexibly. The identification process can utilize existing cards, such as employee IDs or credit cards, which improves user-friendliness and reduce costs.
The rugged SIMATIC HMI Panel suitable for outdoor use enables simple and convenient charging control and monitoring. Thanks to the 7- and 15-inch, daylight-readable widescreen displays with automatic or manual dimming, the durable, dazzle-free panels are legible at all times, whether in bright sunlight or darkness.
SCALANCE X Industrial Ethernet switches ensure reliable industrial communication within charging infrastructures and the secure connection of the charging infrastructure to a higher-level network or the Internet for communication with the backend.
8 good reasons to rely on Siemens Technology in your charging stations
The perfect interaction of SIMATIC, SENTRON and SIRIUS
Charging scenarios: Gas Station upgrades, E-Bus depot, highway transit charging, Logistics depot parking, employee parking and more
- Programmable controllers with open interfaces according international standards
- AC charging according IEC 61851-1 Mode 3 - Charge any Type 1 or Type 2 compatible vehicle up to 3 phases and 11/22 kW (max. 43 kW)
- DC charging according IEC 61851-1 Mode 4/ DIN SPEC 70121 - Charge any CCS2, CHAdeMO or Tesla SuC (via CCS adapter) compatible vehicle with up to 800 V for cars and more for buses and trucks (depending on converter performance)
- Fail-safe functionality included
- Optional load management for intelligent power allocation across charging vehicles (with SIMATIC Energy Suite)
- Calibratable energy measurement possible (with selected back-end providers and suppliers of certified energy meters, e.g. EDL40+)
- Built-in communications including secure a VPN connection (over 3G, LAN, WiFi)
- OCPP onboard: basis for the connection of OCPP speaking backend systems (version 1.6)
- Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware updates via Siemens Automation Tool (SAT) from a central backend speaking OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol)
- Built-in RFID connection for driver identification
Charging scenarios: parking garages, municipal or supermarket parking areas, larger employee parking areas, gas station, company fleet charging, E-Bus depots, Logistics depot parking, and more – to load many cars at the same time
- Programmable controllers with open interfaces according international standards
- Highly flexible, customizable and solution with minimal space required for AC sockets (DC plugs with certain limitations)
- AC charging according IEC 61851-1 Mode 3: Charge any Type 1 or Type 2 compatible vehicle up to 3 phases and 11/22 kW (max. 43 kW)
- Up to 30 m distance between central control panel and AC charging points
- DC charging according IEC 61851-1 Mode 4/ DIN SPEC 70121 - Charge any CCS2, CHAdeMO or Tesla SuC (via CCS adapter) compatible vehicle with up to 800 V for cars and more for buses and trucks (depending on converter performance)
- Up to 10 m distance between central control panel and the DC charging plugs
- Fail-safe functionality optionally included for safe switching of high power
- Optional load management for intelligent power allocation across charging vehicles (with SIMATIC Energy Suite)
- Calibratable energy measurement possible (with selected back-end providers and suppliers of certified energy meters, e.g. EDL40+)
- Built-in communications including secure a VPN connection (over 3G, LAN, WiFi)
- OCPP onboard: basis for the connection of OCPP speaking backend systems (version 1.6)
- Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware updates via Siemens Automation Tool (SAT) from a central backend speaking OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol)
- Built-in RFID connection for driver identification
TIA Portal Tutorials for SIMATIC ECC
The eCar Charging Suite is an application example for the Siemens Engineering Framework TIA-Portal with which planners, constructors and producers of charging systems can realize individual charging solutions with advanced feature requirements. In the following videos, the set-up of the eCar Charging Suite und several other topics will be explained.
Security information
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