LV
LV 123
Standard Overview
Testing HV Automotive Components
LV 123 is an electrical test standard which verifies the safety and electrical parameters of high-voltage components in cars. German original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) must comply with LV 123, notably BMW, AUDI, Daimler, Porsche and Volkswagen. Manufacturers adhering to LV 123 gain the advantage of a systematic approach to automotive testing and clear test parameter definitions, as well as the possibility of interchangeable qualification results. Another benefit of LV 123 is the ability to compare product qualifications between different OEMs, i.e. BMW and Porsche.Recommended Bundle
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Determining HV Status
HV operating status, a measure by which an HV component is judged to be operational, is a key element of LV 123 testing. An HV part is given one of the following status readings.HV Status | Operational Details |
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B0 | HV components operate perfectly, and without power demand. |
B1 | Fully operational HV components which perform as intended. |
B2 | Fully operational components, but with deviations permissible for B2 status. When HV parts revert to B1 status, will perform as intended |
B3 | Still operational, no undefined states, will not interfere with other HV components. Components may lower output for purposes of self-protection. When components revert to B1 or B2, automatically perform as intended. |
B4 | Still operational, no undefined states. HV components may switch their output off. When reverting to B1, B2 or B3 status, will provide intended performance via reset, ignition status change, vehicle restart, etc. |
Operational Ranges Based on Status
The operating potential of an electrical component, once given a B-status by LV 123 testing, can then be defined by the following ranges.HV Operating Voltage Ranges | Range of Operation - HV Status | Units | HV 1 | HV 2a | HV 2b | HV 3 |
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Overvoltage at load dump | B3 / B4 | V pk | 220 | 410 | 500 | 800 |
Upper HV circuit limit voltage | B3 / B4 | V pk | 220 | 410 | 500 | 800 |
Maximum operating voltage | B2 | V d.c. | 200 | 360 | 470 | 770 |
Upper limited operating capability | B2 | V d.c. | >190-200 | >340-360 | >450 - 470 | >750 - 770 |
Unlimited operating capability | B1 | V d.c. | 90 - 190 | 170 - 340 | 250 - 450 | 520 - 750 |
Lower limited operating capability | B2 | V d.c. | 80 - < 90 | 160 - < 170 | 200 - < 250 | 450 - < 520 |
Highly limited operating capability | B2 a / B3 b | V d.c. | 60 - < 80 | 120 - < 160 | 150 - < 200 | X |
Undervoltage | B3 | V d.c. | 0 - < 60 | 0 - < 120 | 0 - < 150 | 0 - < 450 |
Related LV Standards
Explore All StandardsLV 124 Electric and Electronic Components in Motor Vehicles up to 3.5t
LV 124 is a quality and reliability test standard jointly established by German automotive manufacturers in 2013. This standard covers tests for electric and electronic components for use in motor vehicles
The standard consists of Part I: electrical requirements and tests and Part II: environmental requirements and tests.
LV 124 is required for all supplies of German OEMs.
Espec provides products that perform tests that are unique to LV124, including condensation tests with assemblies and life/temperature cycle tests.
Voltages and currents
VN
Nominal voltage
VBmin
Lower operating voltage limit
VB
Operating voltage
VBmax
Upper operating voltage limit
Vmax
Maximum voltage that may occur during a test
Vmin
Minimum voltage that may curry during a test
VPP
Peak-peak voltage
Veff
RMS value of a voltage
Vtest
Test voltage
IN
Nominal current
GND
Device ground
VA, VT, VS, VR
Voltage level of the start voltage pulse
Times/durations
tr
Rise time (e.g., of a voltage curve)
tf
Fall time (e.g., of a voltage curve)
Temperatures
Tmin
Minimum operating temperature
TRT
Room temperature
Tmax
Maximum operating temperature
Ttest
Test temperature
Tolerances & Standard Values
Frequencies
±1%
Temperatures
±2 °C
Humidity
±5%
Times/durations
+5%; 0%
Voltages
±2%
Current
±2%
Room Temperature
TRT = 23 °C ± 5 °C
Humidity
Hrel = 25% to 75% relative humidity
Test Temperature
Ttest =
LV 148: Electric and Electronic components for vehicles
LV 148 Standards are written for electric and electronic components for vehicles with a 48V Electrical System. This standard details a series of procedures for a test involving electrical normative bases and addressing the practical challenges for vehicle components and systems.
LV 148 covers electric and electronic components for vehicles within a 48V electrical system's test conditions. Topics and tests covered include tolerances, operating voltage ranges, and other standard values and specifications. With an increasing amount of completely electric vehicles manufactured every year, the LV 148 will remain relevant in the coming decades to ensure standards.
There are two main test setups LV 148 applies for voltage simulations and voltage dropouts.
Test setup for voltage simulation
DC source
Signal generator
Auxiliary equipment
Measuring devices
Test setup for voltage dropouts
DC source
Electronic switch
Signal generator
Auxiliary equipment
Measuring devices
In addition, the LV 148 standards apply to ground offset, short circuit signal and power line, standby current, the ground lost, internal dielectric strength, operations with/without functional limitation, over-voltage range, and under-voltage range tests.
Tolerances & Standard Values
Frequencies
±1%
Temperatures
±2 °C
Humidity
±5%
Times/durations
+5%; 0%
Voltages
±0.5%
Currents
±2%
Room Temperature
TRT = 23 °C ± 5 °C
Humidity
25 % (+ 5 % bis 0 %) to 75 % (- 5 % bis 0 %)
Test Temperature
Ttest = TRT
Operating Voltage
U48max
Source Impedance
10 mOhm ≤ Ri ≤ 100 mOhm
Terms
A, B, C, D in Diagrams
Functional status A, B, C,