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CHARX connect – DC charging cables for fast charging stations

DC charging cables for home charging stations and fast charging stations

The CHARX connect DC charging cables are used for fast charging of electric vehicles with up to 1000 kW and are available with NACS, CCS, and GB/T charging connectors. Our portfolio is split up into different performance classes and thus offers the right charging cable for every application – from the DC home charging station in car ports to the HPC charging station in fast charging parks.

Your advantages

  • Reliable fast charging technology from the market leader in cooled charging cables
  • Broad product range for NACS, CCS type 1, CCS type 2, and GB/T
  • Performance classes for all applications – from 40 kW to 1,000 kW
  • Convenient handling due to the ergonomic design
  • Available on request with your logo and custom cable assembly
  • Developed and produced in accordance with the IATF 16949 automotive standard

Comparison of our DC charging cables Decide which product family is perfect for your application

CHARX connect compact
CHARX connect standard
CHARX connect professional
CHARX connect compact

CHARX connect standard

CHARX connect professional

Charging standards CCS type 1, CCS type 2 NACS, CCS type 1, CCS type 2, GB/T NACS, CCS type 1, CCS type 2, GB/T ⁵⁾
Charging current in Boost Mode ¹⁾ - 500 A 500 A, 700 A, 1,000 A
Permanent charging current ²⁾ 40 A, 80 A, 125 A 150 A, 200 A, 250 A 375 A, 500 A, 800 A
Rated voltage 1,000 V 1,000 V 1,000 V
Area of application Charging in the private and semi-public sectors with charging times of approx. 2 to 3 hours Fast charging in the semi-public and public sectors with charging times of less than 1 hour Ultra-fast High Power Charging in the public sector with charging times of just a few minutes
Mating face frame can be replaced ³⁾
Contacts can be replaced ³⁾
Four-wire measurement technology ³⁾
Liquid cooling ⁴⁾
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¹⁾ Possible time span depending on numerous operating conditions, see explanations below regarding Boost Mode.
²⁾ In compliance with normative regulations and depending on the cooling capacity in the case of cooled charging cables.
³⁾ Feature not available for all items. Please refer to the respective item detail page for more information.
⁴⁾ Exception: CHARX connect professional in the 500 A performance class (375 A permanently) has no liquid cooling.
⁵⁾ GB/T versions of CHARX connect professional are currently only available in China.

Example charging curve of a DC charging cable in Boost Mode for a higher charging power for a short period

Higher charging powers in Boost Mode How does it work and what needs to be considered?

As a manufacturer, we design our DC charging cables for continuous operation at a nominal current IN as defined by us at ambient temperatures of -30 to +40°C. In Boost Mode, some DC charging cables can carry significantly higher charging powers for a short period. For this purpose, we specify a maximum current Imax in the packing slip for the respective items.

The possible duration for operating a charging cable in Boost Mode depends on numerous operating conditions, such as the cooling capacity, ambient temperature, how frequently the charging point is used, and the design of the vehicle charging inlet. Also, charging cables can operate at a higher ambient temperature for a shorter period of time.

For manufacturers and operators of charging stations that make use of Boost Mode, it is imperative that the temperatures at the DC power contacts are continuously monitored using the integrated temperature sensors. When the limit temperature TMax. of +90°C is reached, the charging process must be aborted. If the system approaches the limit temperature, it is recommended that the charging current is reduced early, e.g., to the nominal current IN. In this case, we are talking about derating.

CHARX connect professional Cooled and uncooled charging cables for ultra-fast High Power Charging

Man charging an electric truck with an HPC charging cable
Woman charging an electric car at a fast charging station with an HPC charging cable
Charging process at a CCS charging station being billed – invoice appears on the smartphone
CCS charging connector of a fast charging station lying on the ground in the rain
Service technician replacing the mating face of an HPC charging connector at a fast charging station
Man charging an electric truck with an HPC charging cable

Our liquid-cooled HPC charging cables work with an environmentally and maintenance-friendly water-glycol mixture. They transmit up to 1 MW without compromising safety or manageability, making them an attractive option for utility vehicles too. The portfolio covers the following charging standards and performance classes:

  • NACS
    • Available from Q1 2026 / over 600 A permanently / 1,000 V
  • CCS type 1
    • 700 A in Boost Mode / 500 A permanently / 1,000 V
  • CCS type 2
    • 1,000 A in Boost Mode / 800 A permanently / 1,000 V
    • 700 A in Boost Mode / 500 A permanently / 1,000 V
  • GB/T
    • 600 A in Boost Mode / 500 A permanently / 1,000 V

Woman charging an electric car at a fast charging station with an HPC charging cable

Our HPC charging cables are also available without liquid cooling. Instead, they use a higher conductor cross-section and can therefore transmit 500 kW, which is sufficient for many HPC applications. They are available for the following charging standards:

  • NACS
    • 500 A in Boost Mode / 375 A permanently / 1,000 V
  • CCS type 1
    • 500 A in Boost Mode / 375 A permanently / 1,000 V
  • CCS type 2
    • 500 A in Boost Mode / 375 A permanently / 1,000 V

Charging process at a CCS charging station being billed – invoice appears on the smartphone

In order to meet all the requirements for billing in accordance with the German Measurement and Calibration Act, many of our DC charging cables and connectors are already prepared for four-wire measurement technology and are thus future-proof. The four-wire measurement technology allows the power dissipation in the charging cable to be recorded in order to precisely determine the energy transferred to the electric vehicle.

CCS charging connector of a fast charging station lying on the ground in the rain

The clever sealing concepts of our DC charging cables ensure complete longitudinal water tightness, which completely protects the live parts inside the housing from moisture. This maximizes electrical safety while increasing the failsafe performance of the charging stations. Numerous tests in our accredited test-and-release laboratory ensure consistently high material and processing quality. This makes our charging connectors particularly robust, resilient, and durable – even under harsh outdoor conditions.

Service technician replacing the mating face of an HPC charging connector at a fast charging station

Despite being made of robust materials, charging connectors at semi-public or public charging stations require regular maintenance, also as a result of improper handling. The damage usually occurs on the mating face. Our repair kits, which are available separately, enable you to quickly and easily replace mating face frames and power contacts on the charging connector. There is no need to replace the entire charging cable. This is more sustainable, saves time and money, and increases the availability of your charging stations.

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HPC charging cable being plugged into the CCS charging inlet of an electric car
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CHARX connect compact Compact CCS charging cables for the lower power range

Man charging an electric car at home using a home charger with CCS charging cable
CCS charging connector and carport with photovoltaic system, electric car, and DC home charger
Electric car being charged with a CCS charging connector
CCS charging cables for vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home applications
Man charging an electric car at home using a home charger with CCS charging cable

DC charging is also increasingly being used in the home, hospitality, and retail sectors, where it is common to leave vehicles parked for two to three hours. Low DC charging powers of up to around 100 kW are therefore usually sufficient. The compact CCS charging cables from the CHARX connect compact family are the ideal and economic solution here. The portfolio covers the following charging standards and performance classes:

  • CCS type 1
    • 40 A / 1,000 V
    • 80 A / 1,000 V
    • 125 A / 1,000 V
  • CCS type 2
    • 40 A / 1,000 V
    • 80 A / 1,000 V

CCS charging connector and carport with photovoltaic system, electric car, and DC home charger

Compared with standard CCS charging cables, CHARX connect compact is 35% smaller and up to 75% lighter. With the sophisticated, compact design, the CCS charging connectors are perfectly tailored to modern DC home chargers in the private sector and smaller DC charging stations in the semi-public sector.

Electric car being charged with a CCS charging connector

The compact CCS charging cables won the Good Design Award 2021. The design of the charging connectors was developed together with graduate designer Stephan Gahlow from Hamburg and impressed the jury with its contemporary style. The ergonomic shape of the gripping zone also ensures easy handling and a comfortable feel.

CCS charging cables for vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home applications

Due to bidirectional converter technology, the DC home chargers of the near future will be able to perform vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home power feed-in. Here, the electricity can flow under control from the vehicle battery via the charging station into the power grid or the user’s own home. For these V2G and V2H applications, our compact CCS charging cables are the ideal solution.

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Take a look at the compact CCS charging connector of the CHARX connect compact family in precise detail. The product can be viewed from any angle using free zoom and rotate functions.

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For all queries regarding our products and solutions

Customer service
Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG
+49 5235-300
I will be happy to advise you on your charging infrastructure project.

New products

NACS charging cables for DC charging with up to 500 kW
CHARX connect professional cooled HPC charging cables for up to 1,000 kW
CHARX connect standard CCS charging cables
CHARX connect standard GB/T DC charging cables
CHARX connect compact DC charging cables in the performance class up to 125 kW
Available in Q1/2026

NACS charging cables for DC charging up to 500 kW

High Power Charging for North America

CHARX connect professional uncooled HPC charging connectors are now also available for the North American Charging Standard. The 100% standard-compliant charging cables transmit up to 500 kW in Boost Mode or 375 kW permanently and impress with their very high level of safety and ergonomics.

Main features

  • Charging current in Boost Mode: up to 500 A
  • Permanent charging current: 200 A, 375 A
  • Rated voltage: 1,000 V
  • Cable length: 5 m, 6 m, 7 m, 25 ft
  • Temperature sensors: Pt 1000
  • Four-wire measurement technology (for 375 A only)
  • Degree of protection: IP67 (when plugged in)
  • Certifications: UL 2251, SAE J3400, IEC 62196-3, IATF 16949

Your Advantages

  • The separate ergonomic handle ensures comfortable handling and prevents heating of the handle surfaces
  • Touch protection with molded caps and precise temperature sensors provide maximum safety
  • Conformance with UL, SAE, IEC, and IATF standards ensures particularly high quality and compatibility
  • Available on request with your logo, custom cable length, and assembled cable end

CCS charging cables for up to 1,000 kW

High Power Charging with new cooling concept

The second generation CHARX connect professional cooled HPC charging connectors transmit up to 1 MW in Boost Mode. With this huge amount of power, it is not just electric cars that can be charged in a matter of minutes. Utility vehicles with large batteries will also be quickly ready for use again.

Main features

  • Charging standard: CCS type 2
  • Charging current with active cooling: 1,000 A in Boost Mode, 800 A permanently
  • Charging current with passive cooling: 800 A in Boost Mode, 600 A permanently
  • Rated voltage: 1,000 V
  • Cooling medium: water-glycol mix
  • Temperature sensors: Pt 1000
  • Four-conductor measurement technology
  • Degree of protection: IP67

Your Advantages

  • Up to 1,000 kW of charging power with the new cooling concept – along with improved handling
  • Customized connection concept on request – tailored to your HPC charging station
  • Completely replaceable mating face for fast, cost-effective, and sustainable maintenance
  • Reliable and cost-effective leak detection via insulation monitor
  • Billing compliant with calibration laws through integrated four-conductor measurement technology

The new generation of CCS charging cables

Robust, easy to maintain, and carefully considered

Our new generation of the proven CHARX connect standard CCS charging connectors covers the medium power range from 150 to 250 kW. In the new housing design, the product family offers many improvements in terms of robustness, safety, billing, and maintenance.

Main features

  • Charging standard: CCS type 2
  • DC rated current: 150 A ... 250 A
  • DC rated voltage: 1,000 V
  • Conductor cross-section: 2 x 35 mm² ... 70 mm²
  • Temperature sensor technology: 2 x Pt 1000
  • Four-wire measurement technology
  • Degree of protection: IP54 (when plugged in)
  • Cable length: 4 m ... 10 m

Your Advantages

  • Broad portfolio for all DC charging applications in the medium power range
  • Particularly robust and durable connector design for high availability
  • Prepared for four-wire measurement technology, enabling simple billing compliant with calibration laws
  • High-level safety with two-chamber sealing system for the separation of DC+ and DC-
  • Fast and cost-effective maintenance with exchangeable mating face including power contacts

The new generation of GB/T DC charging cables

Robust, durable, and adaptable

The new CHARX connect standard DC charging connectors in accordance with the Chinese GB/T standard cover performance classes 125 and 250 kW. They can be adapted to your needs and impress with their high-quality materials, reliable technology, and ergonomic handling.

Main features

  • Charging standard: GB/T
  • DC rated current: 125 A ... 250 A
  • DC rated voltage: 1,000 V
  • Conductor cross-section: 2 x 35 mm² ... 70 mm²
  • Temperature sensor technology: 2 x Pt 1000
  • Degree of protection: IP54 (when plugged in)
  • Cable length: 2 m ... 10 m
  • CE certification

Your Advantages

  • Robust and durable design for particularly high availability under harsh conditions
  • Freely controllable LED strip for intuitive status display in your company colors
  • Optional Boost Mode allows higher charging powers up to 500 kW for a short period
  • Optional S1 switch for implementing customer-specific applications
  • With custom housing color, customer logo, and alternative temperature sensor technology on request

Compact CCS charging cables

Now for charging powers up to 125 kW

The new performance class of the CHARX connect compact CCS type 1 charging cables can transmit a permanent 125 kW. With their sophisticated design, the CCS charging connectors are suitable for modern DC home chargers and smaller DC charging stations in vehicle fleets as well as in the public and commercial sector.

Main features

  • Charging standard: CCS type 1
  • Permanent charging current: 125 A
  • Rated voltage: 1,000 V
  • Conductor cross-section: 1 AWG
  • Degree of protection: IP44 (when plugged in)
  • Certifications: UL 2251 (UL 2202-ready), ISO/IEC 15118

Your Advantages

  • The right charging cable for every application, from a carport through to a charging park
  • Convenient handling due to the ergonomic design
  • High cable flexibility even in cold weather
  • Available with your logo on request – for consistent branding of your charging stations
  • Developed and produced in accordance with the IATF 16949 automotive standard

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Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG
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