Communication Controller Integrated Inside DC Charging Connector

Introduces Depot Management System 'vCharM.DMS'

Vector Korea has unveiled a new charging communication solution that enhances flexibility in electric bus and truck depot charging infrastructure. It is characterized by being designed to extend cable distance between vehicles and chargers up to 100m maximum.

Vector Korea announced on the 22nd the unveiling of the DC charging communication controller board 'vSECC.InPlug'.

The new product is a solution that relocates charging communication functionality inside the DC charging connector, enabling bus and truck depot operators to design charging infrastructure with greater flexibility.

The existing DC charging system was limited to approximately 7.5m distance between the charging communication controller and vehicle, imposing constraints on charger installation location and power/cooling equipment placement.

Support for Charging Up to 100m Distance

vSECC.InPlug directly processes power line communication (PLC) with the vehicle from within the charging connector.

A separate central control controller manages the charging process, power electronics, communication protocol, and backend connectivity. This allows the distance between the central power conversion equipment and charging connector to be extended up to 100m, enabling charging facility operation even in large depots.

Vector collaborated with LAPP Mobility to integrate the communication board into the DC charging connector and explained that it was designed so charging infrastructure manufacturers can directly apply it to their own systems.

The product supports major electric vehicle charging communication standards including IEC 61851, DIN SPEC 70121, ISO 15118-2, and ISO 15118-20.

Depot Management System Also Unveiled

Vector also unveiled the management system 'vCharM.DMS' for small and mid-sized bus depot operations.

This solution integrates vehicle telematics data, maintenance information, and operation plans, enabling real-time confirmation of vehicle condition, location, and scheduled departure time.

Additionally, in future electric bus operations, it was designed to interoperate with Vector's charging and energy management system to automatically optimize charging schedules and charging amounts per vehicle.

The two solutions were first unveiled at 'IAA Transportation 2026' held in Hanover, Germany.