Thermal Management Valves
Power up your electric motors with advanced thermal management solutions
Optimizing Thermal Management for Electric Motors
Effective thermal management is critical for maximizing the performance, efficiency, and lifespan of electric motors in modern powertrains. Our Piston Cooling Valve (PCV) plays a pivotal role in precise temperature regulation, minimizing thermal stress even under the most demanding operating conditions.
The PCV ensures targeted cooling that not only protects electric components but also optimizes temperature distribution across the entire system. This leads to higher motor efficiency, reduced heat losses, and an extended lifetime of the entire powertrain. By preventing overheating, the PCV also helps maximize the reliability and performance of batteries and inverters, which rely on precise temperature control.
With our scalable solution, we offer OEMs a flexible way to optimize thermal management in electric vehicles, ensuring energy efficiency, sustainable performance, and system longevity.
Working principle
The Piston Cooling Valve (PCV) operates by regulating the flow of coolant to specific areas within the powertrain, primarily targeting components that experience high thermal loads, such as electric motors and power electronics.
The valve monitors temperature fluctuations and adjusts the coolant flow accordingly, maintaining optimal thermal conditions. When the motor reaches higher temperatures, the PCV increases the coolant flow to absorb excess heat, ensuring that the motor operates within its ideal temperature range. This helps prevent overheating, improving efficiency, performance, and safety.
By maintaining a consistent operating temperature, the PCV not only enhances the overall system reliability but also contributes to longer operational life for electrical components and batteries. This process ensures that the vehicle performs at its best, even under extreme conditions.
Benefits at a glance
- Optimized Motor Efficiency
Ensures precise temperature control, maximizing electric motor efficiency and reducing energy losses for improved driving range - Extended Battery Life
Protects electric motors and battery systems from thermal stress, enhancing their longevity and reducing the risk of overheating - Improved Thermal Management
Provides stable cooling across all powertrain components, preventing temperature fluctuations that could affect overall performance and safety - Enhanced Reliability
Minimizes the risk of system failures by ensuring consistent temperature regulation, resulting in fewer maintenance issues and higher vehicle uptime
Technical specifications
Technical data
Valve type:
2/2, Normally Open
Weight:
< 100 g
Flow rate @ 3,3 bar (without nozzle):
17 l/min
Pressure drop @ 8 l/min:
0.15 bar
Duty cycles:
> 6 Million
Temperature range:
-40 to 150°C
Operating pressure:
up to 6 bar
Nominal voltage:
9-16 V
