In the field of portable AC chargers, it is expected that the future development of the industry will be affected by multiple factors such as technological progress, changes in consumer demand and market competition. Product functions, technologies and features will continue to evolve, for example, there may be continuous improvements in charging speed, portability, compatibility, etc. As consumers' reliance on electronic products increases, the demand for portable AC chargers will continue to grow.
For AC chargers for electric vehicles, the market size is expected to continue to expand in the future. In 2023, the global electric vehicle AC chargers market size is approximately $2,626 million, and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18.1% in the next six years, reaching $8,723 million by 2030. The AC charging pile itself does not have the charging function, and the battery needs to be charged by the on-board charger connected to the electric vehicle. Due to the small power of electric vehicle on-board chargers, AC charging piles cannot be quickly charged, so it is also known as slow charging. In the future, with the advancement of technology, AC chargers are expected to be improved in terms of charging efficiency and safety.
In terms of on-board AC chargers, the constant current or constant voltage charging mode provided by the charger has its advantages and disadvantages, and the charging strategy will be more optimized in the future, such as improving the charging speed under the premise of ensuring battery life. In terms of product type, wall-mounted is currently the largest segment type. In terms of application areas, residential areas are the biggest source of demand. Global competition among producers will also become more intense, and market share is expected to be further concentrated.
Future development of portable AC chargers
The portable AC charger market has a broad prospect, and the future will show the following development trends.
With the continuous progress of science and technology, the volume of portable AC chargers will be more compact and lightweight, easy to carry. For example, the use of new materials and integrated design, reduce the weight and volume of the charger, making it easier to fit in a backpack or pocket.
In terms of charging speed, future portable AC chargers will continue to improve charging efficiency and shorten charging time. By optimizing circuit design, using more advanced charging chips and other technical means, fast charging can be realized to meet the needs of users for efficient charging.
Compatibility will also be a focus of future development. The charger will be able to adapt to more kinds of electronic devices, not only including common mobile phones, tablets, but also compatible with smart watches, wireless headphones and other emerging devices, providing users with a one-stop charging solution.
In terms of safety, the future portable AC charger will have a more perfect protection mechanism, such as overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, overheating protection, etc., to ensure that the charging process is safe and reliable, and effectively protect the equipment and battery.
The degree of intelligence will be further improved. Through the connection with smart devices, the charger can monitor the charging status, power remaining and other information in real time, and provide personalized charging recommendations.
In addition, environmental protection concepts will also be reflected in the development of portable AC chargers. Adopt more energy efficient technologies to reduce energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.
For example, some new portable AC chargers have begun to use solar charging technology to charge devices using clean energy and contribute to environmental protection.
Market size of AC chargers for electric vehicles
In recent years, the market size of AC chargers for electric vehicles has continued to grow. According to relevant data, the global AC charger market for electric vehicles has reached a certain scale in 2022, and is expected to maintain a high growth rate in the next few years.
With the rapid development of the electric vehicle market, the demand for AC chargers is also increasing. Consumers' demand for convenient and efficient charging methods has driven the expansion of the AC charger market.
Policy support is also an important factor in the growth of market size. Many countries and regions have introduced policies to encourage the development of electric vehicles, including the construction of charging infrastructure, which provides strong support for the AC charger market.
In different regions, the growth of the market size varies. Due to the rapid rise of the electric vehicle market in the Asia-Pacific region, the demand for AC chargers has grown rapidly and has become one of the important markets. Europe and North America also have a large market share.
In the future, with the continuous progress of electric vehicle technology and the reduction of costs, the popularity of electric vehicles will be further improved, which will drive the continuous expansion of the AC charger market.
Ac charger charging efficiency
Ac charger charging efficiency is the current focus of the industry.
In order to improve the charging efficiency, you can start from many aspects. The first is to optimize the circuit design of the charger, using a more efficient topology, such as LLC resonant converter, synchronous rectification technology, etc., to reduce energy loss.
The selection of high-efficiency power devices is also key, such as SiC, GaN and other new semiconductor material devices, can reduce the on-loss and switching loss, improve the overall efficiency of the charger.
The application of intelligent control strategy can also improve the charging efficiency. Through real-time monitoring of battery status and charging environment, dynamic adjustment of charging parameters to achieve the best charging effect.
In addition, reasonable control of charging current and voltage to avoid overcharge and undercharge also helps to improve charging efficiency. For example, using a large current for fast charging at the beginning of charging, and using a smaller current for trickle charging when approaching full, can both shorten the charging time and protect the battery.
The heat dissipation performance optimization of the charger can not be ignored. Good heat dissipation can ensure that the temperature of the charger is stable when working efficiently, and avoid efficiency reduction or damage due to overheating. The use of forced air cooling, heat pipe cooling and other technologies can effectively improve the heat dissipation effect.
Optimization of charging strategy for vehicle-mounted AC charger
It is of great significance to optimize the charging strategy of vehicle-mounted AC charger.
Various charging modes can be used for different usage scenarios and needs. For example, when the power is urgently needed, the fast charge mode is used to charge the vehicle at the fastest speed; In daily use, intelligent charging mode is adopted to analyze vehicle battery status and charging scenario through intelligent algorithm, dynamically adjust charging power, balance charging speed and battery life.
The energy saving mode is suitable for long-term parking situations, reducing energy consumption by reducing the charging power, while avoiding overcharging the battery.
In the optimization of charging strategy, it is also necessary to consider the choice of charging time. Avoiding charging during peak hours can reduce charging costs and reduce the burden on the grid.
In addition, collaborative optimization with other systems of the vehicle is also an important direction. For example, in conjunction with the battery management system, the charging strategy can be adjusted according to the health status and remaining life of the battery to extend the battery life.
At the same time, by combining with the vehicle's navigation system, the charging place and time are planned in advance to improve the convenience and efficiency of charging.
Ac charger product type segmentation
The product types of AC chargers are rich and diverse.
From the point of view of installation, it can be divided into wall-mounted, vehicle-mounted and portable. Wall-mounted AC chargers are usually installed in fixed locations, such as family garages or public parking lots, to provide stable charging services; The vehicle-mounted AC charger is directly installed on the vehicle to facilitate charging at any time; Portable AC charger compact size, easy to carry, suitable for outdoor and other temporary charging scenarios.
According to the different output power, it can be divided into low power, medium power and high power AC chargers. Low power charger is suitable for charging small electronic devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, etc. Medium power charger is suitable for electric bicycle and other equipment; High-power chargers are mainly used for charging large devices such as electric vehicles.
From the interface type, there are standard interfaces and dedicated interfaces. The standard interface is versatile and can be adapted to a variety of devices. Dedicated interfaces are designed for specific brands or models of equipment, with better compatibility and stability.
Ac charger application field requirements
Ac chargers have a wide range of applications in many fields.
In the household sector, as more and more households own electric vehicles and various electronic devices, the demand for AC chargers is growing. Home users need convenient, safe and efficient chargers to charge their vehicles and devices.
In the commercial field, such as parking lots, shopping centers, hotels and other places, in order to meet the charging needs of customers and employees, AC chargers also need to be equipped.
In the field of public transport, the operation of electric buses, taxis and other vehicles requires a large number of AC chargers to ensure their normal operation.
In addition, the charging of some electric equipment in the industrial field is also inseparable from AC chargers.
With the development of emerging industries, such as shared electric vehicles and drones in the sharing economy, the demand for AC chargers is also gradually increasing.
In summary, the AC charger will continue to develop and innovate in the future, and continue to make progress in improving charging efficiency, optimizing charging strategies, enriching product types and expanding application fields to meet the growing needs of the market and the requirements of technological development.