Summary
DC charging stations convert alternating current from the grid into direct current, which is then transmitted directly to the vehicle's battery system, enabling fast charging—typically within 30 minutes or even less. As the conversion from AC to DC occurs at the charging station, these facilities can provide higher power to vehicles compared to AC charging stations (ranging from 50 kW to 350 kW, or even higher). Given the involvement of several hundred kilowatts of power, efficient conversion, system reliability, and user safety are paramount.