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The automotive sector is one of the most technologically demanding industries. Electrification, automation and increasing safety requirements are shaping modern vehicle development. Reliable electrical connections play a key role in all these areas, making contact materials a decisive factor for functionality, safety and service life.

Role of Electrical Contacts in Vehicles

Modern vehicles incorporate a wide range of electrical and electronic systems, from power distribution and control units to comfort and safety features. Electrical contacts ensure reliable transmission and switching of power and signals.

  • Relays, switches and circuit breakers
  • Control units, sensors and actuators
  • Connectors and terminal systems
  • High-voltage and charging systems

Automotive-Specific Requirements

Contact materials used in automotive applications must withstand extreme conditions:

  • High resistance to temperature and vibration
  • Low and stable contact resistance
  • High switching and service life
  • Long-term reliability throughout vehicle lifetime
  • Consistent quality in mass production

Silver-Based Contact Materials

Due to their excellent electrical properties, silver-based contact materials are widely used in automotive applications:

  • AgNi for robust switching applications
  • AgSnO₂ for high switching loads and cadmium-free systems
  • Bimetal solutions to reduce precious metal usage

Quality, Standards and Traceability

The automotive industry requires the highest level of quality assurance and documentation:

  • IATF 16949 compliance
  • REACH and RoHS conformity
  • Batch-based traceability

Conclusion

The automotive sector places extremely high demands on contact materials. Reliable, durable and precisely specified contact solutions are essential for safe and high-performance vehicles.

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