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Autel Energy Collaborates with Phoenix Contact to Integrate High-Current CCS2 Technology into New Megawatt-Class Charging System

BERLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As part of its global product launch event โ€œInfinite Power โ€“ Starting from Zero,โ€ Autel Energy introduced a high-power charging system from the MaxiCharger DT1000 series, integrating Phoenix Contactโ€™s latest 1,000A liquid-cooled CCS Type 2 cable and connector system.




This marks the first integration of Phoenix Contactโ€™s 1,000A CCS2 technology into the MaxiCharger DT1000 seriesโ€”expanding its capability to serve high-power applications such as heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets or even high-performance passenger cars, while enhancing thermal stability and system-level compatibility.

โ€œBy integrating Phoenix Contactโ€™s new CCS2 connector into our MaxiCharger DT1000, we can bring this technology into a complete system โ€” from modular cabinets to dispensers โ€” enabling the highest charging performance on CCS where itโ€™s needed today.โ€ said Andreas Lastei, Vice President of Autel Energy Europe. โ€œAt the same time, this partnership shows how essential strong collaboration is in our industry. Only by working together can we bring the best solutions to market and make e-mobility truly mass market.โ€

High-Power Charging with Commercially Proven Standards

Phoenix Contactโ€™s new system is an integrated liquid-cooled cable and connector platform, with optimized conductors and water-glycol cooling loop ensuring stable thermal performance. The cable design supports continuous 800 A and 1,000 A boost operation while remaining lightweight and flexible for operator handling, paired with the connectorโ€™s Pt1000 temperature sensors, insulation monitoring, and IP67 protection.

โ€œWith the new generation of the cooled CCS HPC connector, Phoenix Contact delivers a charging power of up to 1 MW in boost mode, significantly narrowing the performance gap between CCS and MCS charging stations,โ€ said Dipl.-Ing. Joachim Pucker, Senior Director E-Mobility Sales Network at Phoenix Contact. โ€œWhile this does not make the MCS standard obsolete, it broadens the application range of CCS-based charging solutions and helps reduce the costs of infrastructure expansion, particularly for long-haul transportation. Together with Autel, we have integrated this technology into the highly efficient MaxiChargers to ensure an optimal charging experience for customers.โ€

System Architecture and Operational Impact

This product within the MaxiCharger DT1000 series integrates Phoenix Contactโ€™s 1,000 A liquid-cooled CCS2 connector to meet Autelโ€™s design goals in sustained high-current delivery, efficient thermal management, and system-level compatibility. Built on modular power electronics architecture, the system supports flexible scaling from mid-range configurations to megawatt-level deployments, adapting to various site requirements.

Liquid cooling is applied to the connector interface, ensuring stable thermal performance during prolonged high-load operation. The MaxiCharger DT1000 series can be deployed alongside Autel MaxiCharger latest Liquid-Cooled modules โ€” including the MaxiCharger DS600L and DS600/480 โ€” offering flexible system configurations to meet varying site and performance requirements.

Designed for real-world deployment, the MaxiCharger DT1000 series minimizes infrastructure complexity and footprint while maximizing equipment utilization in high-throughput locations such as intercity bus terminals, logistics hubs, and high-throughput fleet depots.

This collaboration highlights how proven high-current CCS2 technology can accelerate infrastructure readiness today, while preparing the industry for the megawatt-class demands of tomorrow. For Autel, it marks another step in building Europeโ€™s most flexible and future-proof charging ecosystem.

About Autel

Autel Europe provides intelligent EV charging solutions for residential, commercial, and public applications. Its MaxiCharger series offers reliable, high-performance AC and DC chargers with a strong focus on safety, interoperability, and ease of deployment. Today, Autel Europe serves customers in 33 countries across the continent, supporting the transition to sustainable mobility with flexible and future-oriented charging infrastructure.

About Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact is a global leader in industrial connection and automation technology. The companyโ€™s e-mobility division specializes in high-current charging connectors and systems for electric vehicles and infrastructure providers worldwide.

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