Pickering Electronics Introduces High-Power Compact Reed Relay Series 144 with 80-Watt Rating

2024/04/01
Latest Tech, NEV
-
Malaysia
United Kingdom
Pickering Electronics has launched its newest high-power reed relay, Series 144, featuring an 80-Watt power rating and a compact 0.25-inch pitch stacking capability. The single-in-line-package (SIP) reed relay offers a switching current up to 2 Amps and a continuous carry current up to 3 Amps. It also provides high-voltage capabilities, with a switching voltage of 1000 Vdc up to 10 Watts and up to 3 kV stand-off. Designed for applications such as electric vehicle (EV) charging, Series 144 combines high-power switching with exceptional low-level performance. The relay presents a greener alternative to mercury-wetted reed relays and offers superior performance and isolation compared to miniature electromechanical relays (EMRs), with faster switching speeds and longer mechanical lifespans. The construction of reed relays with vacuumed switches offers environmental protection against dust, moisture, and contaminants, maintaining performance and reliability over a longer period.
Click original text link for more information
EV ENGINEERING
Hot News
Next-Gen Xiaomi SU7 to Launch in April Starting at 229,900 Yuan; Standard LiDAR and 4D mmWave Radar Across Range
Xiaomi Auto announced the next-gen SU7 will arrive at 492 stores across 143 cities from March 4, with official launch in April priced between 229,900-309,900 yuan. The updated design features new Capri Blue paint and dark interior, with restyled front grille integrating mmWave radar. ADAS hardware is comprehensively upgraded with standard LiDAR, 4D mmWave radar and 700TOPS computing chips across all variants. The lineup offers Standard, Pro and Max versions with 720-902km CLTC range; the Max features 897V architecture enabling 670km range in 15 minutes, plus dual-chamber air suspension and CDC dampers.
Geely Riddara Thailand Considers Local EV Production, Targets 3,000-5,000 Unit Sales for RD6 Electric Pick-up
Geely Riddara Thailand is evaluating plans for a local EV production facility following its October 2024 market entry with the RD6 electric pick-up. General manager Cao Feng expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential of BEV pick-ups despite current market slowdowns, citing superior energy efficiency over fossil fuel counterparts. The RD6 is priced between 899,000-1,299,000 baht, offering RWD and dual-motor 4WD variants with 63-86 kWh batteries, 815 mm wading depth and 1,030 kg payload capacity. The company targets 3,000-5,000 unit sales this year with new single-cab fleet variants, while exploring expansion into Myanmar, Laos, the Philippines and Malaysia.
UMW Toyota Motor Launches Flagship Vellfire Hybrid Luxury MPV at RM549,900
UMW Toyota Motor has launched the Vellfire Hybrid luxury MPV, priced at RM549,900 on-the-road without insurance, making it the most expensive variant in the Alphard/Vellfire lineup. The vehicle features a 2.5-litre A25A-FXS Atkinson-cycle engine paired with a 182 PS electric motor, delivering 250 PS system output and 5.7L/100km fuel consumption. Upgrades include Nappa leather upholstery, 14-inch rear entertainment screen, Executive Lounge seats with massage function, and comprehensive Toyota Safety Sense ADAS suite. The model comes with five-year unlimited mileage warranty and eight-year battery coverage, strengthening the brand's position in the premium electrified MPV segment.
4
GAC-Huawei Collaboration First Model Named Qijing GT7 with 896-Line LiDAR and HarmonyOS Cockpit
Qijing brand announced its debut model named GT7, set for unveiling on March 17 and launch in June. Co-developed by GAC and Huawei, the vehicle features an 896-line LiDAR, HarmonySpace cockpit, and HUAWEI XMC digital chassis engine. The shooting brake design incorporates a closed grille, slim lighting clusters, and intelligent driving indicator lights integrated into headlamps and fenders. As the first premium intelligent EV jointly defined by GAC and Huawei, the GT7 marks the transition from strategic partnership to product commercialization in smart mobility.
5
Zeekr 8X Interior Unveiled: Built on SEA-S Architecture with Entry Price Expected Around RMB 430,000
The Zeekr 8X has unveiled its interior ahead of Q2 launch, built on the SEA-S super hybrid architecture and debuting the new-generation G-ASD advanced driver assistance system. The cabin features a connected central and passenger entertainment screen, digital instrument cluster, and HUD, with a sporty steering wheel and Alcantara headliner. Front seats offer multi-way power adjustment, heating, ventilation, massage, and active side support, while rear occupants get zero-gravity seats, entertainment screens, and a thermoelectric cooler. Measuring 5,100/1,998/1,780mm with a 3,069mm wheelbase, the vehicle offers 5- and 6-seat configurations with 1,133-2,200L cargo capacity. Entry-level pricing is expected around RMB 430,000, with flagship variants exceeding RMB 550,000.
6
GAC Toyota Bozhi 7 Opens Pre-Sales from RMB 156,800, Integrating Toyota Reliability with Huawei Intelligence
GAC Toyota launched pre-sales for the Bozhi 7 in Guangzhou on March 5, priced between RMB 156,800 and 209,800. As a key model for GAC Group's "stable joint venture" strategy, the Bozhi 7 integrates Toyota's 128 manufacturing standards and system-level safety redundancy with Huawei DriveONE e-motor, HarmonyOS cockpit, and Momenta advanced driving assistance. The vehicle represents GAC Toyota's full-scale entry into the new energy mid-to-large sedan segment, with strong market presence expected in 2026. The collaboration reflects Huawei's strategy of supplying critical components rather than complete vehicles, with its e-motors already powering over 2.4 million units across 50+ models, supporting both GAC's financial performance and technology advancement for its domestic brands.
Copyright © RUNTO TECH LIMITED. All rights reserved.