Scame Parre electrical components made with LATI flame-retardant and high-performance compounds to ensure safety and reliability
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Electric Mobility Requires Advanced Materials

With over 1.2 billion hydrocarbon-powered cars expected by 2020 and a constantly growing Italian vehicle fleet, the need to reduce environmental impact is increasingly urgent. Among sustainable alternatives, electric mobility currently represents the most concrete and industrially mature solution, especially when accompanied by reliable and safe infrastructure.

Safe Electric Charging: the Challenge of Connectors

Connectors for charging electric vehicles (EV) must meet very stringent technical requirements:

  • Safe electrical insulation
  • Fire resistance
  • Protection against accidental contact
  • Mechanical durability

To address these challenges, SCAME Parre, a company active in the electrical sector, has developed the Libera family of connectors, designed to ensure reliability during charging and data transfer operations. The devices are equipped with safety shutters that prevent the introduction of foreign objects and direct contact with live parts.

LATI’s LATAMID 66 H2 G/25-V0hf1 Material

To meet the project requirements, SCAME selected a flame-retardant compound based on PA66, namely LATI’s LATAMID 66 H2 G/25-V0HF1, designed for:

  • Flame resistance with UL V0 classification up to 0.75 mm
  • Glow-wire flammability index (GWFI) of 960°C
  • High resistance to tracking currents (CTI = 600 V)
  • Excellent mechanical properties and dimensional stability

These characteristics make the compound ideal for connectors subject to high voltages (e.g., 16 A) in domestic and public charging stations.

Electrical Safety and Regulatory Compliance

LATI’s flame-retardant compound is:

  • Free from halogens, antimony, and red phosphorus
  • Compliant with RoHS regulations
  • Safe for the environment and human health

This allows companies to meet both international safety standards and growing consumer expectations in terms of sustainability.

Technical Specifications of LATAMID 66 H2 G/25-V0hf1

Property Value
Polymer base PA66
Flame behavior UL94 V0 (0.75 mm)
Glow-wire (GWFI) 960 °C
Tracking resistance CTI = 600 V
Operating temperature Suitable for high temperatures
Additives Halogen-free, RoHS compliant

FAQ

Why use a flame-retardant compound in EV connectors?
To ensure safety in case of overheating or short circuits, preventing fires.

What regulations must these materials comply with?
They must comply with UL94 V0, GWFI 960°C, CTI > 600 V, and RoHS regulations.

Is PA66 suitable for high voltage applications?
Yes, especially when reinforced and formulated with specific additives for high electrical and mechanical performance.

Contact Us

If you are a manufacturer of components for EV infrastructure or are developing new charging systems, consider using high-performance flame-retardant compounds such as LATAMID 66 H2 G/25-V0HF1.
Contact us for customized solutions or technical comparisons with other insulating materials.