Electric vehicles (EVs) have a complicated system of electronic components that must be reliable under demanding conditions over the long term. Every part has a role in performance, safety and longevity such as battery management systems, sensors and control modules.

Sourcing electronic components can be complicated and take time. Here at Princeps we specialise in procuring genuine automotive electronic parts on a manufacturer’s behalf with careful planning and precise supplier management.

Understanding EV Component Needs

EV engineering has high power electronics with sensitive control systems. Key component categories include:

  • Power electronics – IGBTs, MOSFETs & gate drivers
  • Microcontrollers, sensors & communication modules
  • Battery management & safety systems
  • Passive components – resistors, capacitors & inductors

Each category needs parts with verified quality and full traceability. A counterfeit or part that doesn’t fit the required spec can impact system integrity, delay production or become a costly warranty issue in the future.

Building A Reliable Supply Chain

With global shortages, long lead times and increasing compliance rules an effective sourcing strategy needs to prioritise availability, cost and authenticity.

At Princeps, our team take a structured and detailed approach:

  • Working with authorised distribution, manufacturers direct & franchised suppliers
  • Vetted independent sourcing with established inspection standards
  • Every product we supply is fully traceable with documentation
  • Our in house inspection includes visual analysis, electrical testing, scans & microscopy

By using all of these methods together, it helps automotive manufacturers keep EV production going in a compliant and safe manner.

Managing Risk & Obsolescence

The electronic vehicle market changes quickly with new innovations and component lifecycles can trail behind vehicle development cycles. Proactive risk management is essential to keeping production lines moving and business operational.

Practical steps for obsolescence management include:

  • Tracking manufacturer end of life notices
  • Keeping updated approved alternate parts lists
  • Working with a sourcing specialist who monitors availability globally

Our team maintain detailed manufacturer intelligence so that our clients can plan design revisions or lifetime buys in advance of obsolescence becoming a critical issue.

Compliance & Sustainability

Electric vehicle manufacturers can be scrutinised over environmental and regulatory compliance. Components therefore need meet relevant guidelines such as RoHS and REACH with documentation showing ISO quality standards.

We make sure all parts meet environmental and import requirements to reduce admin for procurement teams and auditors.

Integrating Sourcing Into Production

Effective sourcing is about bringing procurement into line with a company’s engineering and logistics. Clear communication between design and supply teams means that component alternatives are approved early to avoid design issues.

We help clients in all phases, finding critical parts, checking full compliance and sourcing genuine components in tight project timescales.

Reliable electronic component sourcing is key to every successful EV design and build. With technical knowledge and detailed verification, vehicle manufacturers can protect their supply chains and products.

As a specialist in supply chain secruity and sourcing genuine electronic parts, Princeps gives expertise, assurance and transparency to keep electric vehicle production on time.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss secure sourcing for your EV project.