- MaxLinear G.hn Technology enables Comtrend’s powerline data modules to accelerate EV charger installations
CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) and Comtrend announced today the availability of ITU-T standards-based powerline data modules for EV Charging Stations (EVSE) backend communication, including data centers and smart parking extensions.
Using MaxLinear G.hn technology (data-over-powerline), Comtrend’s innovative powerline data module series collects and transfers data from power meters in EV charging infrastructure (EVSE) and IoT devices without the need for new cable installations. Comtrend leverages existing electrical powerlines for data communication, providing a scalable and hassle-free solution. This approach is particularly effective in underground concrete environments, where charging stations are frequently installed and other technologies lack reliability.
Comtrend PM 1540 key benefits include:
- No new wiring required – uses existing electrical wires for data transmission.
- Lower latency, higher speeds, and greater stability than traditional methods.
- Real-time connectivity.
- Significant cost savings vs. LAN, Wi-Fi, or 4G solutions.
- Simplified installation — reduced complexity, time, and no need for additional infrastructure.
- Supports an electric wire domain of up to 250 nodes for large-scale deployments.
- Strong signal transmission reaching up to 700 meters with up to 16 levels of signal repetition.
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“The electric vehicle industry has grown at an unprecedented rate in recent years. We are thrilled to partner with Comtrend to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations, addressing the industry’s needs and meeting the rapidly increasing demand,” said Vikas Choudhary, Vice President of Connectivity and Storage Business at MaxLinear. Our G.hn product portfolio addresses a wide range of applications, including industrial IoT and Smart Grids, to proactively support the digital transformation of the industry.”
“Comtrend’s Powerline Data Modules, powered by MaxLinear’s cutting-edge G.hn technology, provide high-speed, secure, and reliable wired communication between EV charging stations and the smart grid,” said Vaclav Slehofer, Managing Director and Vice President of Comtrend Europe. “By partnering with MaxLinear, we’re bringing to market a cost-effective, easy-to-deploy and future-ready solution that ensures robust data connectivity for the evolving landscape of smart EV charging infrastructure.”
Why MaxLinear G.hn for EV Charging?
The versatility of the G.hn technology standard provides ultra-fast and reliable network connectivity for a wide range of markets and applications. G.hn works over any wiring infrastructure – coax, telephone wire, powerline, or Power-over-Fiber (POF). G.hn achieves very low latency while enforcing comprehensive Quality of Service (QoS) and delivering Gigabit speeds under any packet size. MaxLinear’s G.hn baseband processors and analog front-end chipsets are fully ITU compliant and deliver physical data rates up to 2Gbps, the fastest G.hn performance in the industry. Deploying MaxLinear G.hn for EV charging stations enables seamless interoperability, efficiency, and low-cost deployments.
Visit https://www.maxlinear.com/g-hn for an overview of MaxLinear’s G.hn solutions.
Why Comtrend for EV Charging?
Comtrend EVSE solutions provide enhanced interoperability, integrating with various EV charging brands and smart grid systems, ensuring compatibility across different platforms and technologies. Comtrend’s products are available now. For a full overview of Comtrend G.hn solutions for EV charging and other industrial IoT solutions, click here for more information.
About MaxLinear, Inc.
MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multimarket applications. MaxLinear is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. For more information, please visit https://www.maxlinear.com/.
About Comtrend
Comtrend has over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality broadband networking solutions to Service Providers. Comtrend offers a comprehensive lineup of solutions ranging from gateways to networking devices that provide clever coverage to innovative use cases or difficult-to-reach areas. Contact us today to learn more at https://www.comtrend.com/.
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