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Explore our core CCS2 charging socket lineup — engineered for high-performance DC fast charging infrastructure worldwide.
The CCS2 (Combined Charging System Type 2) charging socket is the dominant DC fast-charging interface standard across Europe and a growing number of global markets. Based on the IEC 62196-3 standard, the CCS2 connector integrates the AC Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) inlet with two additional DC power pins, enabling a single socket to support both AC Level 2 charging and high-power DC fast charging — all through one unified port on the vehicle.
For EV charging station operators, infrastructure developers, and OEM vehicle manufacturers, the CCS2 charging socket represents the cornerstone of modern public and semi-public charging networks. Its ability to deliver power ranging from a few kilowatts up to 350 kW (and beyond in next-generation systems) makes it the go-to solution for highway fast chargers, urban charging hubs, fleet depots, and commercial parking facilities.
The CCS2 charging socket is architecturally elegant yet technically sophisticated. At its core, it combines:
The combined inlet design eliminates the need for separate AC and DC sockets on the vehicle, reducing weight, complexity, and cost while improving user convenience. From the charging station side, CCS2 inlet sockets must meet rigorous standards for contact resistance, thermal management, IP protection (typically IP55 or IP67), and mechanical durability — typically rated for 10,000+ mating cycles.
The global EV charging infrastructure market is undergoing a period of unprecedented expansion. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the number of public EV charging points worldwide surpassed 15 million in 2024, with fast chargers — predominantly CCS2-equipped — accounting for the fastest-growing segment. In Europe alone, the EU's target of deploying 3.5 million public charging points by 2030 is driving massive procurement of CCS2-compatible hardware.
From a commercial standpoint, CCS2 charging sockets have become the default specification for:
The emerging MCS standard for heavy-duty commercial vehicles will integrate CCS2-derived communication protocols, positioning CCS2 socket manufacturers to supply components for next-generation 1 MW+ charging systems for trucks and buses.
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Building (V2B) applications are moving from pilot to commercial scale, requiring CCS2 sockets with enhanced bidirectional power handling and ISO 15118-20 compliance.
Autonomous charging robots for parking garages and fleet depots use CCS2 sockets as the standard interface, with precise mechanical tolerances critical for reliable robotic mating cycles.
Markets in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America are increasingly adopting CCS2 alongside local standards, creating new export opportunities for compliant CCS2 socket manufacturers.
Highway charging plazas demand the highest-performance CCS2 sockets available. With power outputs reaching 150–350 kW per stall, these installations require sockets with liquid-cooled cable assemblies, low-resistance contacts (typically <0.5 mΩ), and thermal management systems that prevent overheating during sustained high-current sessions. The CCS2 socket's robust locking mechanism is critical here, ensuring secure connection even as cables heat and expand during charging.
Electric logistics fleets — from last-mile delivery vans to long-haul refrigerated trucks — rely on high-density CCS2 charging installations at depot facilities. In this context, the CCS2 socket must withstand thousands of daily connection cycles by drivers under time pressure, often in challenging weather. Depot operators prioritize sockets with reinforced housings, anti-vandalism features, and OCPP 2.0.1 compatibility for centralized energy management.
Urban transit authorities are deploying CCS2-based opportunity charging systems at bus terminals and along routes, enabling electric buses to top up during layovers. These applications demand CCS2 sockets rated for 300–600A continuous operation with active thermal monitoring, as well as automated pantograph-compatible variants for depot overnight charging.
Smart city projects are embedding CCS2 charging sockets into street furniture — lampposts, parking meters, and urban benches — connected to city-wide energy management platforms. These applications require ultra-compact CCS2 socket designs with integrated metering, RFID authentication, and IoT connectivity, while maintaining full IEC 62196 compliance.
As solar and wind microgrids proliferate, CCS2 sockets serve as the interface for bidirectional energy exchange between EVs and the grid. In these systems, EVs act as distributed energy storage assets, with the CCS2 socket enabling seamless switching between charging and discharging modes under ISO 15118-20 protocol control.
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We specialize in the R&D and manufacturing of electrical connection systems for automotive, rail transit, industrial, communication, and energy storage applications, including: high-voltage connectors, MSDs, laminated busbars, injection-molded busbars, signal connectors, rectangular and circular connectors, CCS, and various precision components.
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We specialize in the development and manufacture of electrical connection systems for automotive, rail transportation, industry, communications, and energy storage.
From initial concept to mass production — our streamlined 8-step process delivers custom CCS2 charging socket solutions on time and to specification.
With four production bases spanning 270,000 m² and equipped with world-class precision machining systems, we've established industry-leading manufacturing capabilities that form the solid foundation for exceptional CCS2 product quality.
From CCS2 DC charging connectors to GB/T and Type 2 solutions — explore Sanco's full range of certified EV charging interface products for charging station builders worldwide.
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