Battery Charging & Management
Safety Through Battery Management Systems
Whether in electric cars, e-bikes, lawnmowers, tools, industrial applications or medical devices, a battery management system (BMS) plays a vital role in mobile, battery-powered applications. It is important to recognize the state of charge, avoid deep discharge and provide overcharge protection. The BMS makes an indispensable contribution to keeping the entire system as safe as possible, so as to protect man and machine from harm in case of error. Should a critical error occur, BMS safely powers down the battery system, interrupts the electric circuits, and informs the user about the error.
Applications of Battery Charging & Management
The applications are diverse, and so is the structure of BMS. In essence, however, there are two main areas: a hardware and a software structure. In small and medium currents, BMS is capable of handling switching processes by itself. For larger currents, BMS is often part of a power distribution unit (PDU). When galvanically isolated, the PDU is also capable of measuring and switching the highest currents and voltages.
Our Competence in Battery Management Systems
CODICO offers a large selection of relevant components for battery management systems. These include shunt resistors, fuses, ESD protection components, PTCs, NTCs, all types of connectors and interfaces, cable assemblies, busbars, I/O modules, mode chokes, power transformers, relays, sensors, capacitors, and many more.
As a design-in distributor, we view the battery system holistically. Leveraging our extensive experience and expertise, we efficiently integrate components to provide customized "plug-and-play" solutions. Our approach transcends conventional outsourcing, offering support not only in integration but also throughout the entire development process — from initial concepts to the finished product. CODICO's specialists for active and passive components and connection technology combine their expertise to make a tangible contribution to the success of your project.