BorgWarner’s
latest High Voltage Hairpin (HVH) electric motor, the HVH 320, is ready to
power a variety of hybrid and electric applications for commercial vehicle
manufacturers, including a large European OEM.
Production
of the HVH 320, which is equipped with 800-volt capabilities and available in
four variants, is expected to kick off in 2024. Its multi-faceted platform will
support the manufacturers’ goal of a common electric drivetrain and deliver
approximately 97% peak efficiency and over 400kW of power.
“Adding
the HVH 320 to our electric motor family bolsters our offerings and is an
excellent example of BorgWarner’s commitment to delivering state-of-the-art
clean propulsion technologies that match market needs,” said Dr. Stefan
Demmerle, President and General Manager, BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems, adding
that, “Using our 800-volt rated machine, customers can significantly reduce
charging time and achieve a higher power density, enabling an even brighter
future for electric trucks.”
BorgWarner
leveraged its decade plus of motor production to design four variants of its
modular and flexible HVH 320 motor platform to meet the customer’s
requirements. The motor offers clean and quiet operation, while reaching a
torque output of up to 1270 Nm. Also, the technology supports the vehicle’s
shifting sequence and charges the battery by generating power while braking or
driving downhill.
The
HVH 320 motor is the newest addition to BorgWarner’s portfolio of HVH series
motors, which are offered to both light-duty passenger cars and heavy-duty
commercial vehicles. These versatile motors feature patented stator winding
technology, are easy to integrate and are available as fully housed motors or
as rotor/stator assemblies. Additionally, the motors can be used in a variety
of architectural positions throughout a vehicle. BorgWarner also offers
inverters that can achieve the same, next-generation 800-volt level.