Electromobility and Automotive: Insulation Technology for Electric Vehicles
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Electromobility: Innovation Through Insulation Technology

The Future Is Electric

The future of mobility is electric. The automotive industry is in the midst of a transformation, moving from conventional combustion engines to efficient, climate-friendly electric drives. Electromobility represents sustainable, resource-efficient and locally emission-free transportation.

To ensure that electric vehicles are safe, powerful and durable, technical insulating materials and precision components play a central role. GOBA has been delivering customized solutions for decades, from electrical insulating films and molded parts to complex insulation systems for batteries and electric motors.

GOBA Expertise for Electromobility

As a development partner for numerous OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, GOBA supports projects in the following areas:

  • Electric motors and hairpin windings: Insulation of stator slots, interlayers and conductor insulation (e.g. Nomex, Kapton, Mylar).
  • Battery technology: Insulation papers, films and stamped parts for electrical separation and thermal stabilization of cell modules.
  • Fuel cells and hydrogen systems: High-temperature resistant films, gaskets and separating layers made of aramid paper, Mikanit or Trivoltherm.
  • Power electronics: Materials with high dielectric strength and thermal conductivity for safe current routing and cooling.

GOBA combines material expertise, manufacturing depth and standards compliance (e.g. ISO 9001 and DIN ISO 2768) to deliver reliable solutions for the electromobility of tomorrow.

Technical Materials for E-Mobility

GOBA offers a broad portfolio of electrical insulating materials specifically tailored to the requirements of electric drives:

GOBA material portfolio for electromobility

These materials are supplied as roll stock, cut-to-size or stamped parts and manufactured according to customer-specific drawings.

Benefits for Engineers and Procurement

  • Technical safety: Tested materials with consistent insulation values
  • Standards-compliant manufacturing: Dimensional accuracy per DIN ISO 2768
  • Cost efficiency: Precision stamping and forming technology for series production
  • Development support: Material selection, sampling and functional testing
  • Sustainability: Use of recyclable materials and efficient manufacturing processes

Future Technologies: Battery and Hydrogen

Beyond the classic electric drive, GOBA actively supports the development of fuel cell and hydrogen systems. These applications require high-temperature insulation and chemically resistant films that ensure operation under extreme conditions. The goal is to reduce heat losses, increase energy efficiency and protect sensitive components from electrical and thermal influences.

GOBA Summary

Electromobility is a key to sustainable mobility of the future, and GOBA delivers the insulation technology required. With decades of experience, state-of-the-art manufacturing and high-quality materials, GOBA supports automotive customers in building efficient, safe and durable electric drives.

Do you have a specific requirement?

Contact us to find the optimal insulation solution for your electromobility and automotive needs.

Knowledge from our glossary

Technical fundamentals and term explanations on this topic.

  • Battery Insulation

    Battery insulation protects battery cells from short circuits, overheating and overloads through electrical and thermal insulating materials.

  • Hairpin Winding

    Hairpin winding uses rectangular copper wires for a higher fill factor, better efficiency and automated manufacturing in electric motors.

  • Separator Film

    A separator film is a functional film for targeted separation of components, layers or media in industrial applications.

  • Electric Motor Winding

    The electric motor winding is the functional heart of an electric motor and generates the magnetic field for rotational motion through current flow.

  • High-voltage Insulation

    High-voltage insulation covers all measures and materials for safely separating high voltages from conductive or touchable components.

  • Hairpin Stator

    The hairpin stator is a revolutionary technology in electric motor manufacturing that uses rectangular copper wires for higher power density.