EV Dictionary: High Voltage
Browse High Voltage related electric vehicle terms and definitions.
5 terms
Boost Converter
A boost converter raises DC voltage and can bridge charger-to-battery voltage differences.
High-Voltage Contactors and Pre-Charge Circuit
How EV contactors and pre-charge connect the battery while limiting uncontrolled inrush current.
High-Voltage Interlock Loop (HVIL)
A low-voltage safety loop that detects opened or disconnected parts of an EV high-voltage system.
High-Voltage System
The high-voltage system carries traction and charging energy through an EV's main electrical components.
Insulation Monitoring
Monitoring that detects reduced electrical isolation between an EV high-voltage system and its chassis.