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HVIL High Voltage Interlock Loop

The HVIL (High Voltage Interlock Loop) daisy-chains through all HV connectors in an EV. Each HV connector contains a low-voltage shorting bridge. If any HV connector is opened the loop breaks and the BMS shuts down HV.

// Specifications
Standard
IEC 61851-23 / SAE J3109
Circuit
Daisy-chain 12V loop
Resistance
Less than 2 ohm per link
Detection
BMS monitors loop continuity
Use Case
EV HV battery packs, chargers, inverters
Safety
Mandatory on all EV HV connectors
// Pin Reference Table
Pin Name Function Type
1 Loop In HVIL signal input from previous connector I/O
2 Loop Out HVIL signal output to next connector I/O