DEGSON FECX CCS Type 2 Integrated AC/DC Charging Inlet: Optimized Design for Reliable European EV Charging

With battery electric vehicle sales in Europe reaching 4.2 million units in 2025 and accounting for 28% of new car registrations, CCS Type 2 has solidified its position as the dominant charging interface for both AC and DC charging across the region. For vehicle manufacturers, the on-board charging inlet is a safety-critical high-voltage connector that directly determines charging compatibility, long-term reliability and assembly efficiency. DEGSON’s FECX series CCS Type 2 integrated AC/DC charging inlet is engineered in full alignment with IEC 62196 standards, featuring integrated architecture, modular design and detail-oriented reliability optimizations to deliver a high-performance, cost-effective charging connection solution for electric vehicle programs.

Full IEC 62196 Compliance with Defined Electrical Ratings

Certification compliance is the foundation of market access for European electric vehicle components. The DEGSON FECX CCS Type 2 charging inlet is designed and validated in strict accordance with three core IEC 62196 standards: IEC 62196-1:2025 (general requirements), IEC 62196-2:2025 (AC charging interface) and IEC 62196-3:2022 (DC charging interface), ensuring full interoperability with European public charging infrastructure.

The product delivers clear and verified electrical performance parameters.

Integrated PCBA Architecture for Simplified Assembly

One of the core advantages of the FECX series is its integrated AC/DC structure, which combines both charging functions into a single housing to reduce body panel cutouts and free up side-body layout space. Beyond the housing-level integration, the product adopts an integrated PCBA signal assembly design.

Compared with common discrete signal wiring solutions in the industry, the integrated PCBA design consolidates PP/CP signal terminals, AC and DC NTC temperature sensors, and the low-voltage connector into a single module. The low-voltage interface uses a widely compatible TE 2363012 housing with matching terminals and cable seals. Harness teams can complete the entire signal connection with a single mating action, eliminating scattered wiring, reducing entanglement risks, and cutting assembly steps and error rates significantly.

Modular Design for Flexible Configuration and Lower Upgrade Costs

To adapt to different vehicle platform architectures and future design iterations, the FECX series implements modular design across multiple key components.

The mounting panel is designed as a detachable modular part. Compared with integrated panel structures, this design allows dimension adjustments to be made by replacing only the panel rather than redeveloping the entire inlet housing. This greatly reduces mold costs, re-validation expenses and development lead times when installation interface requirements change.

The full product portfolio includes more than 20 configurable components, including power terminals, cable seals, end caps, blind plugs, electronic latches and drainage fittings. Customers can select matching configurations according to wire gauge, single-phase/three-phase scheme and functional requirements, avoiding over-configuration while meeting personalized needs.

Detail-Oriented Optimizations for Enhanced Reliability and User Experience

Multiple detail-level design optimizations further improve the product’s long-term reliability and on-vehicle adaptability.

First, a multi-option drainage port design allows customization of the drainage path according to vehicle layout requirements, preventing drained water from directly contacting and corroding body sheet metal surfaces.

Second, the electronic latch is equipped with an integrated snap-on pull ring. The component serves both as a mechanical fastener and as a trim piece matching the trunk interior, improving overall interior finish. Assembly is also simplified: the round-head pull ring can be installed by sliding it into the guide groove in one step.

Third, the insert core inside the charging inlet adopts a rib-reinforced design. Precisely sized ribs compensate for clearance caused by the demolding process, effectively reducing mating clearance between the charging plug and inlet without increasing insertion force, and improving stability during the charging process.

The product achieves a rated mating durability of no less than 10,000 cycles with a mating force below 100N, ensuring consistent insertion feel and contact reliability over its service life. It operates within a temperature range of -30°C to +50°C, with an ingress protection rating of IP67 for the inlet body and IP55 for the mated assembly.

Complete Engineering Documentation to Streamline OEM Integration

The DEGSON FECX series is delivered with a full set of standardized technical documents, including product specifications, outline and installation dimension drawings, interface definitions, wiring diagrams, and assembly manuals for harness manufacturers and vehicle assembly plants. Engineering teams can directly import dimensional data for 3D interference checking, and manufacturing teams can quickly complete process setup according to the assembly guidelines.

In summary, the DEGSON FECX CCS Type 2 integrated AC/DC charging inlet combines standard compliance, integrated architecture, modular flexibility and detail-level reliability optimization, making it a reliable high-voltage connector solution for European-market electric vehicle programs. As 800V fast charging technology continues to spread, DEGSON will continue to optimize its charging connection product portfolio to deliver safer, more adaptable on-board charging solutions.

The DEGSON automotive product management team specializes in high-voltage connection solutions for electric vehicles, with deep expertise in international charging standard compliance and IATF 16949 quality system implementation. The team supports global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in building safe, reliable and cost-effective charging and powertrain architectures.