Nichicon Develops High-Output Fast Chargers for EV/PHEVs, Achieving Industry-Leading Compactness and Lightweight Design
Nichicon has developed new 140kW and 160kW output fast chargers for EVs and PHEVs, scheduled for release in June 2026. These next-generation infrastructure units are compact, lightweight, and slim (footprint of 0.4㎡), supporting simultaneous dual-port charging.
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Nichicon Corporation has developed new 160kW (two-port) fast chargers for EVs and PHEVs.
## Background
As global efforts toward carbon neutrality by 2050 accelerate, guidelines for charging infrastructure emphasize higher output and the deployment of multi-port chargers. Additionally, the proliferation of EVs has brought challenges regarding charging congestion, time, and capacity, leading to the development of these new high-output fast chargers.
## Key Features
### 1. 140kW Model
- Simultaneous charging for two vehicles at 140kW output.
- Single-port max 90kW speed charging (with 125A boost cable), 50kW continuous charging.
- Dual-port simultaneous charging at 70kW per port (50kW continuous).
- Lightweight boost cable for easy handling even at 90kW output.
### 2. 160kW Model
#### ① High Output
- Simultaneous charging for two vehicles at 160kW output.
- Single-port max 157kW speed charging (with 200A boost cable), 90kW continuous charging (provides over 200km range with 15 mins charging).
- Dual-port simultaneous charging at 80kW continuous.
#### ② Compact and Lightweight
- Industry-leading compactness and lightweight for the 150kW class.
- Smallest footprint in the industry for a two-port model (0.4㎡).
### 3. Common Features
- Industry-leading slim design for this output class.
- CHAdeMO (Ver.2.0.2) certified and OCPP communication protocol supported.
- Equipped with 7-inch color display and independent operation for each port.
- Supports degraded operation mode during power unit failure.
- Standard salt-damage resistant specifications, with heavy-duty versions available.
- Supports metered billing (optional) and remote status monitoring (with maintenance plan).
Scheduled Launch: June 2026
## Background
As global efforts toward carbon neutrality by 2050 accelerate, guidelines for charging infrastructure emphasize higher output and the deployment of multi-port chargers. Additionally, the proliferation of EVs has brought challenges regarding charging congestion, time, and capacity, leading to the development of these new high-output fast chargers.
## Key Features
### 1. 140kW Model
- Simultaneous charging for two vehicles at 140kW output.
- Single-port max 90kW speed charging (with 125A boost cable), 50kW continuous charging.
- Dual-port simultaneous charging at 70kW per port (50kW continuous).
- Lightweight boost cable for easy handling even at 90kW output.
### 2. 160kW Model
#### ① High Output
- Simultaneous charging for two vehicles at 160kW output.
- Single-port max 157kW speed charging (with 200A boost cable), 90kW continuous charging (provides over 200km range with 15 mins charging).
- Dual-port simultaneous charging at 80kW continuous.
#### ② Compact and Lightweight
- Industry-leading compactness and lightweight for the 150kW class.
- Smallest footprint in the industry for a two-port model (0.4㎡).
### 3. Common Features
- Industry-leading slim design for this output class.
- CHAdeMO (Ver.2.0.2) certified and OCPP communication protocol supported.
- Equipped with 7-inch color display and independent operation for each port.
- Supports degraded operation mode during power unit failure.
- Standard salt-damage resistant specifications, with heavy-duty versions available.
- Supports metered billing (optional) and remote status monitoring (with maintenance plan).
Scheduled Launch: June 2026
FAQ
What are the features of Nichicon's fast chargers?
They feature an industry-leading compact, slim design, providing up to 160kW of output while occupying minimal space.
What is the benefit of dual-port charging?
It allows two vehicles to charge simultaneously, significantly contributing to reducing charging congestion.
Are there specific installation space requirements?
With a footprint of only 0.4㎡, these chargers can be installed even in spaces with severe constraints.