The integration of PE foam in the water cooling systems of electric vehicles offers clear technological advantages. It enhances the overall efficiency of thermal management. Moreover, it enables substantial cost reductions. The innovative application of this material presents a highly economical solution. It serves as an attractive alternative for businesses and consumers alike. In the field of electromobility, the demand for such efficient solutions continues to grow.
PE foam in electromobility: innovation for efficient cooling lines
In the dynamic world of electromobility, choosing the right materials plays a crucial role. EPDM (ethylene propylene diene (monomer) rubber) is a standard commercial material, particularly well known for cooling lines for batteries in electric vehicles. However, a cost-effective alternative is now emerging — PE foam. GREMCO shows how this foam can meet electromobility requirements without breaking the budget.
EPDM in electromobility: proven but costly solution for cooling lines
The use of EPDM foams for cooling lines in electric vehicles is widespread. These foams offer impressive temperature resistance of up to 150 degrees Celsius and therefore meet the high demands in terms of cooling water in the desired temperature range. However, this quality often comes at a high price, which is a challenge in the electromobility industry, which is already characterized by cost and efficiency considerations.
Conventional applications
PE foam (polyethylene foam) is nothing new – it is already widely used as thermal insulation in heating systems in buildings. At GREMCO, however, we have expanded the possible applications of this material and use PE foam in other areas, for example, to protect Bowden cables as external flap protection. A particular challenge here is the requirement for very small diameters, which present difficulties for conventional production systems. However, thanks to innovative tools, we can also overcome such challenges.
PE foam in electromobility: a sensible alternative for cooling lines
The increasing development of electromobility is opening up new areas of application for PE foam. This cost-effective foam is a particularly good alternative to expensive EPDM for cooling lines for batteries in electric vehicles. It has comparable thermal properties, with a temperature resistance of up to 90 degrees Celsius, which is more than sufficient in most cases.
Focus on water cooling: PE foam as the key to cost efficiency
Conclusion: PE foam – the economic future of cooling lines in electric vehicles
GREMCO is positioning itself as a pioneer in the development of cost-efficient solutions for electromobility. The use of PE foam in cooling lines for batteries underlines not only our commitment to innovative products but also our willingness to meet the changing needs of the industry. We, therefore, see the foam as a cost-effective and forward-looking alternative for sustainable electromobility.
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