Actuators
Powertrain Electrification
Actuators
Disconnect Electric Actuator
Last update: 12 Jul. 2024What is a disconnect actuator?
The Disconnect is an electric actuator implemented in the transmission that allows to disconnect the wheels from the Electric Drive Unit, primarly for electric vehicle All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and P4 Hybrid using Permanent Magnet Synchronous electric Motor (PMSM) type.
This disconnect device improves the system efficency (power consumption reduction) by reducing drag losses when all-wheel drive capability is not needed. Valeo offers both Solenoid or Electromechanical (Smart and non Smart) disconnect actuator types.
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Disconnect Electro-Mechanical Actuator benefits
- For P4 E-Axle architecture or BEV AWD application
- Drag reduction and overspeeding protection
- Integration outside of reducer for maximum flexibility
- Ball screw system and dog clutch compatibility
- Management of external Fork sensor possible
Disconnect Electro-Mechanical Device
- Torque ~ 0.5N.m to 10N.m
- Angle ~ 30° to 60° (customer architecture)
- Response time ~ 120 ms
- Max current consumption @ 15A
- Input for external fork sensor available
Vehicle type
- Passenger car
- Bus
- Truck
- Robot taxi
- Motorcycle
- Bike
- Droid
- Off road
