Automotive Wiring Harness Terminals: “Nerve Connectors” of Automotive Electrical Systems
Although seemingly small, automotive wiring harness terminals are indispensable key components in automotive electrical systems. They are like “nerve connectors” that accurately transmit electrical energy and signals to every corner of the car to ensure the normal operation of the vehicle. With the development of automotive electrification and intelligence, the performance requirements for automotive wiring harness terminals are getting higher and higher.
The importance of automotive wiring harness terminals
Automobile wiring harness terminals are bridges connecting wires and electrical equipment. Their main functions include:
- Transmitting electrical energy
Responsible for the transmission of electrical energy between components such as batteries, motors, and electronic controls, and requires excellent conductivity and current carrying capacity.
- Signal transmission
This is responsible for signal transmission between components such as sensors and controllers, and it is necessary to ensure its stability and reliability.
- Mechanical connection
Provide reliable mechanical connection to ensure that the connector works stably in harsh environments such as vibration and impact.
Performance Requirements for Automotive Wire Terminals
The complex working environment of automobiles places higher requirements on the performance of wiring harness terminals:
- High voltage and high current
The popularity of new energy vehicles requires terminals to withstand higher voltages and larger currents.
- High temperature and heat resistance
The high-temperature environment in the engine compartment requires the terminal material to have good high-temperature and oxidation resistance.
- Corrosion resistance
Corrosive environments such as humidity and salt spray require the terminal surface treatment process to be extremely resistant to corrosion.
- Vibration and shock resistance
Vibration and shock during vehicle driving require the terminal to have good mechanical strength and fatigue resistance.
- Miniaturization
The increase in automotive electronic equipment requires the terminal to develop in a smaller and more precise direction.
Advantages of High-quality Automotive Wiring Harness Terminals
Choosing high-quality automotive wiring harness terminals can bring the following advantages to automakers:
- Improve automotive performance
Good-quality terminals can ensure stable and reliable transmission of power and signals and improve the car’s overall performance.
- Reduce failure rate
High-quality terminals can extend the service life of the wiring harness, reduce failure rate, and reduce maintenance costs.
- Enhance safety
High-quality terminals can avoid safety hazards such as short circuits and fires caused by poor contact.
- Meet environmental protection requirements
Terminals produced with environmentally friendly materials and processes meet the environmental protection regulations of the automotive industry.
How to choose High-quality Automotive Electrical Wire Terminals
When selecting automotive wiring harness terminals, automobile manufacturers need to focus on the following aspects:
- Material selection: Select high-quality materials with excellent conductivity, high-temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance, such as copper alloy, gold plating, and silver plating.
- Structural design: Adopt a reasonable structural design to ensure that the terminals have good contact performance, plug-in performance, and mechanical strength.
- Surface treatment: Advanced surface treatment technology improves the terminals’ corrosion and wear resistance.
- Supplier qualifications: Select suppliers with rich experience and muscular technical strength to ensure the quality and supply stability of the terminals.
Future Development Trends of Automotive Wiring Crimp Terminals
In the future, automotive wiring harness terminals will develop in the following directions:
- High voltage and high current: Adapt to the needs of high-voltage electrical systems of new energy vehicles.
- High reliability and long life: Improve the reliability and service life of terminals and reduce failure rates.
- Intelligence: Integrate sensors, chips, etc., to realize intelligent functions.
- Lightweight and miniaturization: Use new materials and structural designs to achieve lightweight and miniaturization of terminals.
Conclusion
As a key component of the automotive electrical system, the performance of automotive wiring harness terminals directly affects the vehicle’s safety, reliability, and performance. Automakers should attach great importance to terminal selection, establish long-term cooperative relationships with high-quality terminal suppliers, and jointly promote the development of the automotive industry.
Hejustamping-OEM Stamping Factory for Automotive Wiring Harness Terminals
Dongguan Heju Precision Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. is a specialized manufacturer focused on the design and production of automotive wiring harness connector terminals. In 2016, the company achieved IATF16949 system certification. We provides types of high-quality new energy vehicle connector terminals, stamping terminals, crimping terminals, crimp contacts/pins, etc. We combine 3D modeling and tool simulation with the best tools to provide our customers with tailor-made solutions to meet their complexity, functionality and custom design requirements. With more than 30 years of expertise and experience in die and metal stamping, we can achieve better performance than other stamping parts in our industry.