Charging Stations
As electric vehicle adoption accelerates, Level 2 charging stations are becoming essential infrastructure. Standex Detect provides advanced reed switches, sensors, and relays that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of EV charging systems, whether in residential garages or commercial parking lots.
Powering the Future of EV Charging Infrastructure
Precision Electronics for a Connected Grid: Reed Switches, Sensors, and Relays That Enable Smart Charging
Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are a critical part of the growing EV infrastructure, serving both residential and commercial environments. These systems must operate reliably in diverse conditions, from urban centers to remote, weather-exposed locations, while ensuring safety, connectivity, and energy efficiency. Standex Detect provides compact, high-performance components that meet the evolving demands of modern charging networks, supporting secure operation, thermal management, and system integrity.
The following are core technology applications that enhance performance, safety, and reliability in EV charging stations:
Core Capabilities for Charging Stations:
- Current and voltage monitoring: Hall Effect sensors provide real-time feedback for load balancing and energy management.
- Connector presence detection: Reed switches ensure safe operation by detecting plug-in status before charging begins.
- Thermal management: Temperature sensors monitor heat buildup in power electronics to prevent overheating.
- Access control and authentication: Magnetic sensors and relays support secure user identification and system activation.
- Enclosure integrity: Reed sensors detect door or panel access for tamper resistance and maintenance alerts.
- Power switching and isolation: Reed relays and optocouplers manage high-voltage circuits with compact, reliable performance.
Reliable Power Delivery for the EV Revolution
Why Choose Standex Detect:
At Standex Detect, we collaborate directly with EV infrastructure OEMs to develop custom reed switches, sensors, and relays that meet the rigorous demands of modern charging systems. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and rapid prototyping capabilities ensure fast, flexible delivery of high-performance components.
- Compact, high-reliability designs
- Custom sensor assemblies for tight enclosures
- Global engineering support and rapid prototyping
Certifications & Compliance:
UL, ISO 9001, RoHS, IP67-rated designs for outdoor and industrial environments
Application Note
Safely Energizing High-Voltage Systems with Reed Relays
This application note explains how reed relays play a critical role in pre-charge circuits—essential components in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and other high-voltage platforms. It outlines how these relays help prevent damaging inrush currents during system startup, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation. Learn how their fast switching, compact design, and high-voltage isolation make them ideal for modern electrification needs.
