Eaton and Munich Electrification have announced a strategic collaboration to develop integrated power protection systems for electric vehicles (EVs), combining Eaton’s power distribution hardware with Munich Electrification’s battery management software and electronics platforms.
The partnership, formalized through a memorandum of understanding, covers battery disconnect units, battery management systems (BMS), and charge box controllers for light-duty, commercial, and off-highway vehicle applications.
Focus on Integrated EV Power Systems
The companies said the collaboration aims to deliver integrated hardware and software solutions that improve efficiency, safety, diagnostics, and overall vehicle performance.
Under the agreement, Eaton will provide electromechanical and power management technologies, including its Breaktor circuit protection device, smart power distribution units, and charging inlets.
Munich Electrification will contribute battery management systems, controller architectures, and software platforms to support the development of next-generation electrified power systems.
Developing Megawatt Charging Technology
One of the first projects under the partnership is the development of the Combined Megawatt Charging System (CMCS), which supports megawatt-level charging for commercial EVs.
The CMCS is designed to be compatible with both Combined Charging System (CCS) and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) standards and can be deployed in both new vehicle platforms and retrofit applications through scalable system architectures.
The companies said the technology is intended to support growing demand for high-power charging solutions as commercial vehicle electrification accelerates.
Expanding Existing Cooperation
Eaton and Munich Electrification already collaborate on Eaton’s battery configuration switch technology, which enables switchable 400-volt and 800-volt architectures for faster direct-current charging.
The companies said the expanded partnership reflects an industry trend toward tighter integration of hardware and software throughout the EV development cycle.
“Combining Eaton’s hardware expertise with Munich Electrification’s software and battery management capabilities creates a powerful foundation for next-generation electrified power systems,” said Uwe Wiedemann, chief growth officer at Munich Electrification.
“Together we can deliver integrated solutions that simplify system architecture and accelerate innovation for customers.”
“This relationship strengthens Eaton’s ability to deliver intelligent power protection solutions for electrified vehicles,” said Ben Karrer, director of power distribution and protection at Eaton’s Mobility Group.
“By combining our hardware with Munich Electrification’s software and battery management expertise, we can accelerate development and help customers bring next-generation EVs to market faster.”
Supporting Multiple Vehicle Segments
The collaboration targets passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment, sectors where electrification is driving demand for advanced power management technologies.
As vehicle architectures increasingly adopt higher-voltage systems and faster charging capabilities, integrated solutions combining power protection, battery intelligence, and charging controls are expected to play a growing role in improving performance, safety, and reliability.