Domestic ACON connector alternative solutions support new energy vehicles

ACON (Advanced Connectek Inc.) was established in 1986 and is a well-known connector and cable manufacturer in Taiwan. It has production bases in mainland China and Southeast Asia. The brand's products are widely used in laptop computers, industrial automation, automotive electronics, 5G communication, medical equipment, and the new energy field. With its technical advantages in high-speed transmission connectors, FPC connectors, Type-C, and Board-to-Board, ACON has become one of the important suppliers for many global OEMs and equipment manufacturers.

With the rapid development of the new energy industry (especially new energy vehicles and energy storage systems), the technical requirements for connectors in terms of high voltage, high current, and high safety have significantly increased. This article will combine the technical route of the ACON brand to discuss how domestic connectors can adapt to the trends of new energy.

The three new requirements for connectors in the new energy era
High-voltage high-current safety design
New energy vehicle platforms generally increase the voltage to 400V even up to 800V levels, requiring connectors to have excellent insulation performance, creepage distance design, and overcurrent tolerance.
ACON has mature high-voltage connection solutions in automotive products, with its high-temperature insulating resin and reinforced contact design providing a reference for domestic brands.
Domestic connector manufacturers need to break through in the following aspects to adapt to the new energy trend:
● Using new insulating materials (PA9T, LCP, etc.);
Optimize terminal coating and contact structure to reduce heat generation.
●Enhance vibration resistance and waterproof level to reach IP67 or above standards.
Combination of rapid charging and intelligent transmission
The charging interface of new energy vehicles is gradually evolving towards the integration of intelligence and data, where the connector not only transmits current but also carries out communication and signal transmission for monitoring.
ACON's research and development capabilities in high-speed signal connectors (USB Type-C, HDMI, signal cables) enable it to take the lead in this trend.
Domestic manufacturers need to achieve the following in order to stand out in the new energy sector:
Design of electrical/signaling composite interface
●Supports CAN, LIN, Ethernet and other multi-protocol communications;
●Enhance EMC shielding capability and anti-interference performance.
Modularization and lightweight structure
The battery pack, inverter, and BMS system of new energy vehicles have extremely high requirements for space and weight.
ACON has a miniaturization advantage in FPC-to-board-to-board connection solutions, and this approach is also applicable to new energy applications.
Domestic substitute products can refer to the ACON structural concept here.
Modular design facilitates assembly and maintenance.
●Lightweight shell materials (aluminum magnesium alloy, engineering plastics replacing metals)

●Quick plug-and-pull and self-locking structure design, enhancing maintenance efficiency.

Chapter Two: New Energy Opportunities for Domestic Connectors
Under the background of China's "Dual Carbon" strategy and the rapid popularization of new energy vehicles, domestic connector manufacturers have encountered a historic opportunity.
In the past, international brands like ACON dominated the mid-to-high-end market, while now, domestic enterprises are accelerating their breakthrough.
● Electric vehicle charging connector is gradually localized.
●Battery module connectors are customized and developed by domestic manufacturers.
The automotive-grade testing system is gradually established, narrowing the gap with international brands.
If domestic brands can achieve breakthroughs in high-voltage safety, intelligent communication, and modular design, they will not only be able to replace similar products of ACON, but also form differentiated competitiveness in the new energy niche market.

The trend of new energy drives a comprehensive upgrade of the connector industry.

ACON brand, with its mature electrical design and product layout, provides a valuable reference sample for domestic connector manufacturers. In the future, if domestic manufacturers can focus on new energy applications, material innovation, intelligent design, and reliability verification, they have every opportunity to achieve "domestic substitution" in the high-end market represented by ACON, and even lead a new round of global interconnection innovation.
If you are interested in the domestic substitute products for ACON brand connectors or have procurement needs, or if you have production or sales channels for these domestic substitute products for ACON brand connectors and wish to engage in in-depth cooperation or communication, please contact via the following contact information:Manager Zhang (186 6538 3950, WeChat number the same)Contact us, we look forward to working together with more industry partners.