New Han-Modular connectors for energy storage

Today's energy storage systems often work with outputs of 200A/800V DC. Future applications with higher energy density will require transmissions of 300A/1200V DC and more. The Han 300A module is a well suited interface to meet these demands.

The Han 300A module is suitable for connecting new energy storage units, as well as upgrading existing systems (being plug-in compatible with the Han 200A module). Equipped with touch-safe contacts, it can be connected directly to the busbar or integrated into storage drawers.

The M12 connector format is new to the Han-Modular range. Two connectors, either X- or D-coded, each fit into one module. In this way, for example, it is possible to integrate 10 Gbit/s Ethernet into a modular interface in a particularly compact, space-saving manner. By comparison with conventional RJ45 solutions, the M12 interface is significantly more robust. All common bus systems can be easily adapted, including Profibus, Profinet, CAN, Ethernet Cat. 5 and Cat. 6A.

The trends towards greater digitisation and modularisation will also continue to grow. The Han Shielded Power Module represents a space-saving and easy-to-maintain alternative to hard-wired shielded power cables. The module features three power contacts (16A/400V) and is suitable for connecting frequency-controlled drives, for example.

Moreover, the series has also been supplemented with an EMC-protected module for signal transmission. With a large-area shield transfer and a 360° shield plate, the Han Shielded Module Basic also enables a great deal of transmission in a compact installation space. Up to 27 shielded D-Sub contacts with 4A/32V can be plugged in.

There are already several solutions for 360° shielded data transmission in the Han-Modular programme, including the Han Megabit module. A new feature, however, is an adapter for the module that allows it to be plugged onto printed circuit boards. The module features eight data pins and a shield contact and enables Ethernet transmission with two lines according to Cat. 5 or with one line according to Cat. 6A.

The Han Pneumatic Double Module, a new HARTING connector for compressed air transmission will be launched in the current quarter. The contacts of the interface have a larger connection range of 8 or 10 mm. This enables the design of compressed air transmission with sufficient capacity to operate valve terminals.

What’s more, the double module is also easy to assemble: a push-in solution using the proven quick connection technology or a conventional pneumatic connection are available for the hose connection, which can be inserted into the module tool-free. With this module, HARTING is now further expanding its range of compressed air interfaces: Systems with internally and externally calibrated pneumatic tubing of three, four, six, eight or ten millimetres can now be reliably installed with the help of pneumatic modules.