2. Getting involved
3. Standards Committees
4. DKE

DKE German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies of DIN and VDE

Procedure

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Overview

This document applies to device connectors used to connect rechargeable batteries for industrial trucks to single- and multi-voltage chargers in the voltage range up to 120 V DC. In addition to power transmission, these charging connectors are designed to transmit other parameters such as auxiliary power, data, and safety information. This document specifies the requirements for the mechanical design, the electrical/electronic components, data transmission, and the charging process, to the extent necessary for the compatibility of systems from different manufacturers and for safety requirements. The following areas of the "vehicle charging electronics (FLE) - charging connector (LSV) - charger" are not covered by this pre-standard: - geometric design of the socket-side contacts for the main and auxiliary contacts; - cable connection technology; - contacts; - construction and design of the LSV outside the plug and contact area, taking into account the locking geometries; - housing material; - design of the optional seal. Use of the charging connector as a replacement for connectors according to DIN VDE 0623-589 (VDE 0623-589):2023-06 and comparable designs is not permitted or safety reasons. Compliance with the safety requirements for the entire system is essential. This document specifies the requirements for a design of the charging connector that takes into account the increased use of Li-ion technology for batteries in industrial trucks, without being limited to this cell chemistry.

Responsible national committee

DKE/K 352 - Elektrische Ausrüstung von Flurförderzeugen