Sensata Technologies (Changzhou) Co., Ltd.

The Active+Passive (A+P) PyroFuse pyrotechnic circuit breaker from Sensata integrates externally triggered active interruption with an integrated electromechanical passive trigger in a single device, handling electrical fault conditions ranging from mild overload to short circuit, accidents and internal component failure. Its fully sealed housing prevents gas escape, offering high continuous current carrying capacity, fast interruption, strong breaking capability and excellent post-interruption insulation resistance, complementing and upgrading the existing PyroFuse product line.

Rated voltage: 1000V DC; Rated current: 500A; Maximum breaking capacity: 18kA@1000V/22kA@500V(10uH); Active trigger response time: <1ms; Passive trigger response time: <2ms; Post-interruption insulation resistance: >50MΩ@1000V; Trigger current: 2000-2500A; Busbar resistance: ≤60μΩ; Low-voltage supply: 12V DC

• Electric vehicle high-voltage systems
• Aerospace (including eVTOL)
• Industrial high-voltage applications
• Buses/trucks/construction machinery

The Pyrofuse smart fuse is a pyrotechnic (explosive-actuated) fuse that provides fast and reliable protection in high-voltage applications. Available in an active-interruption version (STPS500) and an active+passive integrated version (STPS500P), it serves as the core safety device for short-circuit protection and fault isolation in electric vehicle battery circuits.

Rated voltage: 1000V DC; Rated current: 500A; Maximum breaking capacity: 18kA@1000V/22kA@500V(10uH); Active interruption time: <1ms; Trigger mode: Active (STPS500)/Active+Passive (STPS500P)

• Electric vehicle high-voltage power distribution
• Energy storage systems
• Industrial high-power power supply protection

GIGAFUSE is the world's first fully sealed electromechanical fuse, designed for demanding high-voltage and high-power fusing applications. It conducts current bidirectionally, fits system voltages up to 1000V, supports both active and passive triggering, and can greatly reduce system resistance, eliminate thermal aging and shorten installation time.

Rated voltage: 1000V DC; Continuous current carrying: 400A; Maximum trip current: 2500A; Interruption/arc extinction time: 3ms; Maximum breaking current: 10000A; Trigger mode: Active+Passive

• Electric vehicles
• Energy storage systems
• High-power DC power supply protection

The FaultBreak FBC600 series contactor is built for electric vehicles such as passenger cars, trucks and buses, combining a resettable fault-interruption function with a fully sealed structure to overcome the limitations of conventional fuse and contactor systems. Its passive self-triggering mechanism cuts off quickly during short circuits without external electronics; after a false trigger it can be reset to keep the driver from being stranded, and it can replace pyrotechnic fuses, busbars and low-voltage wiring harnesses to shrink system size, reduce weight and cut thermal losses.

Rated switching voltage: 850V DC; Maximum switching voltage: 1000V DC; Rated current: 600A; Short-circuit breaking: 1000V/20000A (series); Maximum breaking current: 2000A@850V; Initial contact resistance: ≤0.14mΩ; Dielectric strength: 3000V AC; Insulation resistance: 1000MΩ@1000V; Operating temperature: -40°C~85°C

• Passenger cars
• Battery electric vehicles
• Hybrid electric vehicles
• Buses/trucks/trailers

The STEV series of modular fully sealed contactors is engineered for high-current electric vehicle applications, with rated currents from 150 to 600A, completing Sensata's scalable high-performance switching portfolio for e-mobility. Reliability is ensured through advanced engineering and a robust construction, while the sealed package, low contact resistance and modular design facilitate customized integration in battery distribution units (BDU).

Rated voltage: 450-1000V DC; Rated current: 150-600A; Short-circuit withstand: ≥20kA; Contact resistance: low (optimized design); Coil options: 12VDC/12VDC PWM; Mounting: vertical/horizontal/single/dual

• Electric vehicle battery distribution units (BDU)
• Commercial vehicles
• Industrial high-current DC switching

The HEC high-efficiency contactor is an intelligent switching solution for next-generation electric vehicles, supporting seamless transition between 400V and 800V battery systems and fully compatible with upgraded charging infrastructure. With patent-pending mechanically synchronized contacts and a bistable design, its ultra-low contact resistance enables stable operation in passenger cars, trucks and buses as well as V2G, autonomous driving and megawatt fast charging scenarios.

System voltage: up to 1000V; Continuous current: >500A (up to 1000A); Initial resistance: ~50μΩ; Short-circuit withstand: 25kA; Response time: <0.5s; Shock resistance: 90G; Holding power: 0W (bistable); Operating temperature: -40°C~85°C; Weight: <500g

• 400V/800V electric vehicles
• Passenger cars/trucks/buses
• V2G and megawatt fast charging
• Autonomous vehicles

Using ceramic-to-metal welding technology, the SGX series offers a cost-effective solution for low-power applications, combining reliable switching performance with an efficient structural design for industrial scenarios such as residential energy storage systems (ESS), DC fast charging stations, electric forklifts and automated guided vehicles (AGV). It can operate in environments up to 175°C, is filled with a protective gas (mainly hydrogen) inside, and features low contact resistance and stable operation.

Rated voltage: 1000V DC (some 750V); Rated current: 50/150/250/400A; Coil voltage: 12/24V DC; Operating temperature: up to 175°C; Auxiliary contact: normally open; Standards: IEC 60664-1/RoHS

• Residential energy storage systems (ESS)
• DC fast charging stations
• Electric forklifts/AGV
• Industrial DC switching

The GTM series is Sensata's newly launched high-voltage DC contactor, the first in the contactor design field to adopt glass-to-metal seal (GTMS) technology, achieving a fully sealed structure with efficient electrical insulation. Aimed at the high-power reliable switching and DC circuit protection needs of energy storage systems, DC fast charging stations and heavy vehicles, it delivers industry-leading breaking performance and short-circuit withstand.

Rated voltage: 1500V DC; Rated current: 400A (GTM400)/500A (GTM500); Sealing process: glass-to-metal seal (GTMS); Construction: fully sealed bidirectional DC contactor

• Energy storage systems
• DC fast charging stations
• Heavy vehicles
• High-power DC circuit protection

The HX series is Gigavac's world's smallest UL508 certified 1000V high-voltage switching contactor; since the introduction of its ceramic seal in 2006 it has been the first choice for sealed switching applications, typically exceeding IP67 and IP69 sealing requirements. It is particularly suitable for inverters, battery packs and combiner boxes in solar or wind power systems.

Rated voltage: 1500V (ceramic seal); Certification: UL508; Sealing rating: >IP67/IP69; Construction: high-voltage fully sealed contactor

• Solar inverter systems
• Wind power systems
• Battery packs and combiner boxes
• High-voltage DC switching

MX series fully sealed contactors comply with the MIL-R-6106 military standard and are suitable for military vehicles and heavy equipment. Ceramic-to-metal welding allows operation at extreme temperatures up to 200°C, silver contacts ensure long life and resistance to contact welding, the dual-coil design delivers low-power coil operation, and normally open, normally closed, latched versions as well as versions with integrated current/voltage sensing or CAN bus are available.

Rated voltage: 48V; Standard: MIL-R-6106; Operating temperature: up to 200°C; Construction: ceramic-to-metal welded fully sealed; Coil: dual-coil low power

• Military vehicles
• Heavy equipment
• High surge/overload DC applications

GX contactors can switch DC loads up to 800V DC, comply with RoHS, can be mounted in any orientation, and are suitable for harsh environments such as underwater operation and temperatures from -55°C to 85°C. As the contactor of choice where long life and high reliability are critical, they are widely used in heavy trucks, buses, emergency vehicles, electric/hybrid vehicles and renewable power generation systems.

Rated voltage: 800V DC; Certification: most cRUus; Operating temperature: -55°C~85°C; Construction: fully sealed; Standard: RoHS

• Heavy trucks and equipment
• Buses/emergency vehicles
• Electric and hybrid vehicles
• Solar/wind power generation systems

The GV series of high-reliability epoxy-sealed contactors is designed for industrial scenarios and can switch and control DC loads up to 1000V. Rated currents exceed 400A, the short-circuit breaking current reaches up to 3500A (depending on voltage), mounting at any angle is possible, and RoHS and CE certification requirements are met.

Rated voltage: 1000V DC; Rated current: >400A; Short-circuit breaking current: up to 3500A; Sealing: epoxy resin; Certification: RoHS/CE

• Industrial DC load switching
• Power management systems
• Battery charging and fuel cells

The P series uses the patented MiniTACTOR power contactor, which is small, lightweight and cost-effective, weighing less than 140 grams and mountable on panels or PCBs within seconds. Both contacts and coil are fully sealed, ensuring clean switching in any environment, and safe power switching is achieved up to 1500V DC, making it ideal for pre-charge circuits, battery chargers and solar applications.

Operating voltage: up to 1500V DC; Maximum current: 80A (P195); Coil voltage: 12/24/48V DC; Weight: <140g; Contact arrangement: SPST-NO/NC; Certification: cRUus (compliant with NEC 690.11/690.12)

• Pre-charge circuits
• Battery chargers
• Solar applications
• PCB/panel-mounted power switching

The SIM200 insulation monitoring device (IMD) is designed to continuously and actively monitor ungrounded (isolated) DC systems, including charging stations and other systems operating above 60V DC nominal. The insulation status is monitored continuously on an always-on basis through a patented signal injection algorithm and processing, and the device is UL2231 certified; it provides powerful self-diagnostic monitoring, a modular CAN 2.0B interface and configurable alarm levels.

Application voltage range: 1000V (variants: 300/600/1000V etc.); Operating supply voltage: 9-24V; Fault alarm threshold: 100Ω/V (configurable); Fault response time: ~5.3-5.8s; Warning response time: ~4.3-5s; Initial insulation time: ~4.5-5.5s; Communication: CAN 2.0B (500/250kbit/s); Certification: UL2231

• Electric vehicle charging stations
• Insulation monitoring of ungrounded DC systems
• Battery electric vehicles
• Energy storage systems

Sensata produces millions of rigorously engineered and validated pressure devices every year, covering the full pressure range with three advanced sensing technologies: for high pressure (>50bar), MSG glass micro-fused silicon strain gauges deliver fully sealed reliability; for medium pressure (6-50bar), APT ceramic capacitive or MEMS solutions are used; for low pressure (2mbar-6bar), MEMS solutions including TPMS provide low power consumption and wireless connectivity. The portfolio spans industrial and HVAC/refrigeration pressure sensors.

High-pressure range: >50bar (750psi); Medium-pressure range: 6-50bar (100-750psi); Low-pressure range: 2mbar-6bar; Annual output: millions of units; Technologies: MSG/APT/MEMS; Manufacturing: automotive-grade plants

• Automotive pressure sensing
• Industrial pressure measurement
• HVAC/refrigeration
• Tire pressure monitoring (TPMS)

Sensata holds a leading position in pressure and temperature sensing and develops competitive solutions that combine both functions in a single device. The A/C pressure and temperature sensor helps control the complex thermal management system of electric vehicles, integrating pressure and temperature sensing into one component to simplify the vehicle-level thermal management architecture.

Model: A/C pressure-temperature sensor; Temperature range: -40 C to 1200 C (sensor platform capability); Functions: pressure + temperature in one unit; Application: EV thermal management; Manufacturing: automotive-grade plants

• Electric vehicle thermal management systems
• Air conditioning (A/C) systems
• Vehicle-level thermal management

Whatever the temperature extreme, from -40 C to 1200 C, Sensata temperature sensors optimize design performance. The portfolio offers reliable, accurate and cost-competitive devices and packaging options: high-temperature PTC and DTC sensors for engine exhaust aftertreatment, custom immersion thermostats for HVAC and industrial equipment, high-precision thermostats for aerospace temperature protection, plus combined pressure and temperature solutions.

Model: KLIXON precision thermostats, DARTs platinum RTD, NTC probes, PTC thermistors, DTC thermocouples; Temperature range: -40 C to 1200 C; Types: PTC/DTC/NTC/RTD/thermocouple; Packaging: hermetic, environmentally sealed and multiple mounting options; Manufacturing: automotive-grade plants

• Automotive exhaust aftertreatment
• HVAC and industrial equipment
• Aerospace temperature protection
• Combined pressure and temperature solutions

Highly engineered positioning equipment from BEI Sensors, Kavlico and Sensata Newall covers a complete range of position sensors, linear and rotary encoders, potentiometers, draw-wire and inclinometer sensors, coping easily even with harsh environments. Optical, magnetic and potentiometric technologies deliver intelligent position, speed and tilt sensing, with extensive output options and network interface integration.

Model: rotary and linear encoders, Hall-effect sensors, potentiometers, LVDT, RVDT, draw-wire sensors; Measured values: position, speed and tilt; Technologies: optical, magnetic and potentiometric; Outputs: multiple network interfaces; Product families: 9 series

• Automotive and industrial positioning
• Aerospace flight and engine control
• Position feedback in harsh environments
• Machine motion control

Sensata supplies highly engineered force-sensing products, with proprietary micro-fused silicon strain gauge (MSG) and LVDT technologies that can be tailored to applications ranging from mission-critical automotive brake sensing to aircraft flight controls. The new MSG brake pedal force sensor captures driver braking intent and supports the electromechanical braking functions of future automated driving.

Model: MSG force sensors, LVDT force sensors, brake pedal force sensors, brake force sensors, zero-displacement brake pedal modules; Technologies: 2 proprietary platforms (MSG micro-fused silicon strain gauge and LVDT); Applications: automotive braking and aircraft flight controls; Characteristics: high performance and high reliability; Offering: custom force sensing

• Automotive brake sensing
• Aircraft flight controls
• Electromechanical braking for automated driving
• Industrial force measurement

Sensata flow sensors target liquid flow monitoring in cooling and thermal-management applications for vehicle manufacturers, delivering accurate and reliable measurement that improves cooling efficiency, reduces maintenance frequency and extends equipment life. The FL series ultrasonic flow sensors are designed for continuous, high-accuracy flow monitoring in data centers and heat pumps, while flow sensors, flow switches and level sensors are also offered under the Cynergy3 brand.

Model: FL series ultrasonic flow sensors, Cynergy3 flow sensors and switches, Cynergy3 level sensors; Types: 3 product groups (ultrasonic flow, flow switches, level sensors); Monitoring: liquid flow and level; Applications: cooling and thermal management; Brands: FL and Cynergy3

• Data center cooling
• Heat pump systems
• Industrial process control
• Hemodialysis and fuel storage

The broad Sensata circuit breaker portfolio includes hydraulic-magnetic models and switches, GFCI/ELCI modules and modular power distribution products, providing reliable overcurrent protection with consistent quality. Unlike traditional thermal breakers, the vibration-resistant hydraulic-magnetic designs can be customized; GFCI/ELCI modules protect both equipment and personnel from electric shock, while modular distribution systems simplify design and installation.

Model: hydraulic-magnetic breakers and switches, LINEGARD GFCI/ELCI, precision breakers, automotive breakers; Current range: 0.1 A to 1200 A; Types: hydraulic-magnetic, GFCI, ELCI, precision, automotive; Features: vibration-resistant and customizable; Poles: single or three pole (1/2 A to 100 A precision)

• Equipment overcurrent protection
• Shock protection in marine and power generation
• Industrial power distribution
• 12 V automotive harness protection

Sensata is a global relay technology leader, offering high-performance solid state relays (Crydom, more than 40 years of experience, outputs up to 690 V AC or 1000 V DC), high-voltage relays (GIGAVAC, for DC and RF applications, 2-100 kV) and reed relays (Cynergy3, up to 15 kV DC isolation, used in medical defibrillators among others).

Model: Crydom solid state relays, GIGAVAC high-voltage relays, Cynergy3 reed relays; SSR output: 690 V AC / 1000 V DC; High-voltage relay range: 2 to 100 kV; Reed isolation: up to 15 kV DC, 20 A RF; Applications: automotive, telecom, military, aerospace, medical

• Automotive and telecom
• Military and aerospace
• Medical defibrillators
• Semiconductor and insulation testing, EV charging

Sensata and Klixon are global pioneers in motor protection, designing and producing bimetallic motor protectors for appliance, automotive, HVAC, lighting and industrial applications. The range includes a breakthrough low-power combination starter protector as well as the worldwide-standard 3/4 inch Klixon motor protector with a service life of 90 years.

Model: appliance protectors, automatic DC motor protectors, compressor motor protectors, thermostats and thermal cutouts, starting relays; Technology: bimetallic thermal protection; Standard: 3/4 inch Klixon with 90-year service life; Applications: appliances, automotive, HVAC; Types: 5 product types

• Household appliances
• Automotive accessory motors (wipers, seats, sunroof)
• Compressors
• Industrial conveyor belts

Sensata switches are designed to withstand the harshest conditions — industrial equipment, smart factories, commercial or military aerospace, even satellites and spacecraft. The offer covers pressure switches (Klixon snap-action technology, operating from vacuum up to 750 psig) and hermetically sealed position switches (operating temperature -170 C to +232 C), with engineer-to-engineer customization supported.

Model: PS80 series pressure switches, PS80-L low thermal drift, 25PS, 39PS, 3AT/4AT/10AT/12AT sealed position switches; Pressure switch range: 1.5 to 160 bar (20 to 2300 psig); Position switch temperature: -170 C to +232 C; Technologies: Klixon snap-action and hermetic sealing; Applications: aerospace, defense, industrial

• Industrial pressure control
• Aerospace (Orion spacecraft)
• Defense and satellites
• Off-road and automation

Sensata BEI Kimco provides custom motion control components, including precision linear and rotary voice coil actuators (VCA) and brushless DC motors (BLDC), which generate, sense and control motion in high-precision machinery over a wide operating temperature range and in harsh environments, backed by proprietary custom magnetic design and advanced finite element, thermal and reliability analysis.

Model: BLDC motors, voice coil actuators, VCA developer kits, custom products; Types: 2 motor technologies (BLDC and VCA); Characteristics: high torque density and ruggedness; Kits: VCA developer kit with programmable controller; Custom options: low outgassing and sinusoidal/trapezoidal BEMF

• Aerospace
• Medical
• Motion control
• High-precision machinery

The Sensata Electric Vehicle Communication Controller (EVCC) is a flexible turnkey solution that ensures safe and compliant communication with electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Aimed at commercial vehicles, it features Autosar embedded software and Plug and Charge (PnC) capability, verifying and starting the charging session as soon as the cable is plugged in — a new-generation addition to its broad electrification portfolio.

Model: EVCC; Software: Autosar embedded; Function: Plug and Charge (PnC); Target: commercial vehicles; Type: charging communication controller; Integration: 1 turnkey controller

• Commercial EV charging
• EV charging communication
• Fleet charging management

With more than 25 years of expertise in smart tire sensing, over 80 million sensors produced each year and more than 500 million units deployed to date, Sensata is a leading TPMS provider. Its solutions span passenger-car tire management — including Bluetooth-enabled TPMS, tire-mounted sensing hardware and virtual sensors — and truck and bus tire management systems tailored specifically for commercial vehicles.

Model: passenger-car tire management, commercial vehicle TPMS, Bluetooth TPMS, tire-mounted sensing hardware, virtual sensors; Annual output: over 80 million sensors; Cumulative deployments: over 500 million units; Experience: 25+ years; Coverage: passenger cars and commercial vehicles

• Passenger-car tire pressure monitoring
• Commercial fleet tire management
• Safety and efficiency monitoring
• Environmental monitoring

The PrecoRADAR system is built for the toughest environments, improving operating safety, visibility and situational awareness for heavy-duty on- and off-highway equipment across construction, waste collection, agriculture and logistics. With an IP69K protection rating, the system can be configured for radar detection in front, side and rear zones alike.

Model: PrecoRADAR system, PreView radar systems, retrofit starter kits; Protection rating: IP69K; Experience: 20+ years of radar detection; Coverage: front, side and rear detection; Configurations: wireless, rear and front retrofit kits

• Construction equipment
• Waste collection vehicles
• Agricultural machinery
• Logistics and heavy-duty vehicles

Sensata gas detection sensors provide refrigerant leak detection for HVAC/R manufacturers worldwide, meeting regulatory requirements such as UL 60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-89. The Resonix RGD sensor delivers accurate leak detection for systems using A2L refrigerants with a service life exceeding 15 years, and A3 refrigerant detection solutions are also available.

Model: Resonix RGD sensor, A2L refrigerant leak detection, A3 refrigerant leak detection; Service life: over 15 years; Standards: UL 60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-89; Refrigerants: A2L and A3; Sensing: Resonix RGD

• HVAC refrigerant leak detection
• Refrigeration systems
• Regulatory compliance monitoring

The Sensata operator controls portfolio stands out for high performance, ruggedness and customizability: human-machine interfaces are precise and ergonomic designs improve operator comfort. The company has extensive development experience in demanding mission-critical scenarios such as aerospace, agricultural machinery, construction machinery and engineering vehicles, and supports custom collaboration with engineers worldwide.

Model: lift control systems, joysticks, joystick grips and bases, rocker switches, cockpit controls; Types: 6 control product groups; Characteristics: high precision, customizability, ergonomics; Experience: aerospace, agricultural and construction machinery; Offering: standard and custom operator controls

• Aerospace
• Agricultural machinery
• Construction machinery
• Engineering vehicle driving control