Megawatt charging: i-charging launches MCS charging solution
The i-charging solution consists of a power unit and satellites with one charging point each. The power unit’s total of 1.5 megawatts can be distributed across one to six satellites, which means that the chargers can deliver 250 kW to 1.5 MW – staggered in 250 kW increments. The Portuguese company states that either MCS or CCS connections are possible, the efficiency of the solution is 98 to 99 per cent and the satellites have a 37-inch display.
The Power Unit acts as a power supply unit in the system, which distributes the charging current to several satellites via dynamic load balancing. This makes the system reminiscent of other charging systems with a power unit and slimline satellites, such as those from Kempower or Ekoenergetyka. In the case of i-charging, the satellites have a footprint of 55 x 62 centimetres and a height of 2.55 metres.
“With i-light, we are making a statement about the future of heavy-duty transport,” said Pedro Moreira da Silva, CEO of i-charging. “Our goal is to provide a solution that addresses the critical need for faster, more efficient charging while supporting the broader transition to sustainable energy. The i-light is an important step in this journey, and we are incredibly proud to bring this technology to market.”
According to the manufacturer, the i-light system will be certified by 2025, once the MCS standards are published by ISO, IEC and SAE. The Portuguese company also hopes to deliver the first i-light chargers with MCS connections by 2025. The version with CCS charging points is scheduled to go on sale at the end of 2024.
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