New high-precision pressure sensors have been developed specifically for monitoring and controlling cooling systems in electric vehicle battery packs. These sensors provide accurate, real-time pressure data in harsh automotive environments, helping to optimize thermal management, improve safety, and extend battery life.
High-precision pressure sensors for electric vehicle battery cooling systems
Key Features
- High accuracy and excellent long-term stability
- Wide operating temperature range suitable for automotive use
- Robust design resistant to vibration and media contamination
- Analog and digital output options (including SENT, LIN)
- Fast response time for dynamic pressure monitoring
- AEC-Q100 / IATF 16949 qualified variants available
These pressure sensors play a critical role in liquid-cooled battery systems by monitoring coolant pressure, detecting leaks, ensuring proper flow, and enabling predictive maintenance in high-voltage battery packs.
Target Applications
- Electric vehicle battery thermal management systems
- Battery cooling loops and pumps
- High-voltage battery packs (400V and 800V)
- Hybrid and full electric commercial vehicles
With the growing adoption of larger and higher-voltage battery packs, precise pressure monitoring has become essential for safe and efficient thermal management in modern EVs.
Source: Electronics For You