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TM4 BCI20

TM4 BCI20

TM4 BCI20

Product catalog summary
Overview
The TM4 BCI20 is a bi-directional charger inverter designed for electric and hybrid vehicles. It functions both as a battery charger and an inverter, offering a maximum charge power of 18kW on 240 VAC using the SAE J1772 standard. In inverter mode, it provides two independent three-phase outputs of 9kVA each.

Key Characteristics
  • Two operating modes: charging and inverter.
  • Supports single-phase or three-phase AC input (120/208/240 VAC).
  • Efficiency greater than 92%.
  • Two independent 9kVA three-phase outputs.

Features
  • Compact and lightweight design.
  • Includes 2 high-side and 1 low-side drive general-purpose outputs.
  • Equipped with 2 CAN 2.0b ports up to 1 Mbps for control and diagnostics.
  • IP67 rating for protection in harsh environments.

Specifications
  • Operational voltage range: 96-264 VAC.
  • Maximum current: 80 ARMS.
  • Power factor: >98%.
  • DC output power: 15 kW @ 208 VAC, 18 kW @ 240 VAC.
  • Protection features include over/undervoltage shutdown, overcurrent protection, and thermal derating.

Standards and Compatibility
  • Complies with standards such as FCC part 15, CISPR25, ISO11452-4, and others.
  • Compatible with SAE J1772 EVSE.

Environmental and Cooling Features
  • Operational temperature range: -40°C to 85°C.
  • Cooling system: 40% water / 60% glycol.
  • Ingress protection: IP67.
  • Shock and vibration standards: GMW3172.

Contact Information
TM4 Inc., 135 J-A Bombardier, Suite 25, Boucherville, Québec, Canada, J4B 8P1. Phone: +1-450-645-1444. Website: www.tm4.com
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Catalog excerpts

TM4 BCI20-1

TM4 BCI20 Bi-directional Charger Inverter Redefining charging solutions The TM4 BCI20 is an innovative Bi-directional Charger Inverter that functions as battery charger and inverter for use in a variety of electric and hybrid vehicle applications. It is designed to use the full current range from the AC mains as defined in SAE J1772 for a maximum charge power of 18kW on 240 VAC. When the vehicle is in use, the charger becomes a dual inverter that can provide two independent three phase outputs of 9kVA each to power various auxiliary loads. ■ 2 operating modes: charging mode and inverter mode ■ Up to 18 kW power using SAE J1772 standard ■ Single-phase or three-phase* AC input (120/208/240 VAC) ■ >92% efficiency ■ 2 independent 9kVA three phase outputs Features ■ Compact and lightweight ■ 2 high-side + 1 low-side drive general purpose ouptuts ■ 2 x CAN 2.0b ports up to 1 Mbps (J1939 control / diagnostic) ■ IP67 rating for harsh environments

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*preliminary (available Q3 2018) Specifications are subject to change

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