Lincoln Electric to produce rapid-charging electric vehicle chargers

Lincoln ElectricPlans for the United Stateselectric vehicleMarket Design and ManufacturingDC fast chargingElectric Vehicle (EV)chargerIt has developed a 50kW DC fast charger power module featuring a scalable architecture capable of delivering power levels exceeding 300kW, alongside a single charging port base compatible with CCS-1 vehicles.

Lincoln Electric stated that production will commence in 2023, utilising the core manufacturing and engineering capabilities of its Cleveland, Ohio facility.

The company states that it can operate reliably under various environmental conditions.Rapid chargingInfrastructure is crucial for the adoption of electric vehicles. It is claimed that direct current fast chargers charge significantly faster than alternating current chargers; the operating time for most passenger vehicles ranges from 15 to 45 minutes.

“We believe Lincoln Electric's proven power electronics technology and extensive domestic manufacturing capabilities can deliver significant value to the DC fast-charging electric vehicle charger market,” said Christopher L. Mapes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, in a prepared statement.