Phytec at Power2Drive:
Modular electronics for EV charging 
and energy management

Open ecosystem and full control

Phytec's custom charging controllers are characterized by their open, scalable design and an ecosystem of open-source software. They can be extended with customer-specific functionalities, such as the integration of display and operator panel control. This simplifies the architecture of the entire charging solution, saves on development and production costs, and reduces the effort required for lifecycle management. Customers gain full control over their electronics, without dependence on the manufacturer. Developing a custom charging controller typically takes only about ten weeks from specification to the first prototype.

Individual charging controllers for chargebyte Charge SOM

Full control over hardware and software without vendor lock-in applies to Phytec's custom electronics as well as to the custom charging controllers that Phytec develops based on the chargebyte Charge SOM. This is a universal EVCS-on module for DC and AC charging controllers. It integrates all relevant components, such as the processor, powerline communication, safety shutdown, and network technologies, onto a compact circuit board. An operating system is also part of the Charge SOM, based on EVerest, an open-source software stack and project of the Linux Foundation. In conjunction with a carrier board, the module forms a complete charging controller that meets all requirements for AC and DC charging, including ISO 15118, Plug&Charge, and bidirectional charging. Firmware maintenance is included in the hardware price. At the same time, the open-source software allows companies to influence the system themselves at any time and create their own modified or extended version of the firmware stack. The risk of vendor lock-in is eliminated here as well. A Charge SOM Evaluation Kit, jointly developed by Phytec and chargebyte, enables direct entry into prototyping and development with the Charge SOM.

Ready-to-use solutions for charging solutions and energy management

At the Phytec booth at Power2Drive, you can also see ready-made OEM solutions for a wide range of applications related to EV charging and energy management. Thanks to their modular hardware and software design, these solutions can be customized to specific customer needs and are available with or without an enclosure. Comprehensive security features and update and device management functions enable direct integration into industrial series production.

40 years of experience with embedded electronics

Phytec develops and manufactures embedded systems on modules, processor boards, and complete systems for industrial series production in Mainz. The company, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, offers comprehensive services – from developing customized hardware and software to design-in support and more. Services for security, update and device management.

Phytec electronics have proven their worth in numerous charging solutions and energy management systems from well-known manufacturers.