Tesla Semi Particulars Revealed In Elements Catalog Diagrams

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A Tesla hacker who goes on Twitter by the identify of “inexperienced” has shared a bunch of Tesla Semi diagrams on the social media platform. Once I requested him how he obtained these photos, he stated he acquired them from the automaker’s on-line elements catalog web site, aka EPC.

So, I logged into my Tesla account and regarded for the Tesla Semi elements catalog, nevertheless it was not on the checklist. Apparently, moral hacker “inexperienced” acquired these photographs even earlier than the Tesla Semi catalog was printed by digging deep into the web site. These Tesla Semi diagrams and a pattern VIN label are attention-grabbing to have a look at, particularly for these planning to purchase considered one of these class-8 electrical vehicles sooner or later.

Tesla Semi Battery Pack

For the reason that Tesla Semi was unveiled in 2017, the placement of the battery pack, its form, and the capability (in kWh) have been stored a secret by Tesla — however a diagram from these leaked pictures opens up a few of this data to us (see diagram 1.1 under).

As we will see within the above diagram, the massive battery pack is situated beneath the Tesla Semi cabin. The battery pack of the Tesla Semi consists of 9 modules which can be formed like sq. blocks. Three blocks within the mid-row appear to be bigger in comparison with those on the aspect rows.

Unexpectedly, Tesla designed the battery pack of the Tesla Semi truck fairly otherwise from those we’ve seen in different Teslas, just like the Mannequin Y and Mannequin 3, and many others.

The division of those modules into totally different blocks could be a sign of a replaceable battery module, as these vehicles can be accumulating a lot of miles of their lifespans. However this has but to be formally confirmed by Tesla (TSLA).

Braking, Suspension, and Excessive Voltage (HV) Methods

The diagrams highlighting the braking techniques and suspension elements are additionally fascinating to have a look at.

Since these diagrams usually are not labeled with particulars, the knowledge is scarce proper now. We might want to anticipate the automaker’s official Tesla Semi elements catalog to be printed. As a result of Tesla began Semi truck deliveries on December 1st, 2022, the elements catalog would possibly get on-line very quickly.

Diagram 2.1: Tesla Semi braking system elements (brake pedal to all of the 6 wheel hubs). Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 2.2: Further components and hydraulics of the Tesla Semi braking system.

Diagram 2.2: Additional elements and hydraulics of the Tesla Semi braking system. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 2.3: Tesla Semi truck's rear axle presented in a blueprint diagram in the truck's parts catalog.

Diagram 2.3: Tesla Semi truck’s rear axle offered in a blueprint diagram within the truck’s elements catalog. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 2.4: A technical drawing of the Tesla Semi truck's high voltage (HV) system.

Diagram 2.4: A technical drawing of the Tesla Semi truck’s excessive voltage (HV) system. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Tesla Semi Inside & Cabin Diagrams

A few of these diagrams spotlight totally different techniques and elements of the Tesla Semi inside and cabin area, like infotainment, driver’s seat, steering wheel, and many others. (see diagrams 3.1 to three.5 under).

Diagram 3.1: Diagram of the Tesla Semi infotainment system components from its official electronic parts catalog (EPC).

Diagram 3.1: Diagram of the Tesla Semi infotainment system elements from its official digital elements catalog (EPC). Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 3.2: The drawing of a Tesla Semi driver's seat in the truck's parts catalog.

Diagram 3.2: The drawing of a Tesla Semi driver’s seat within the truck’s elements catalog. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 3.3: Tesla semi cabin HVAC system diagram from the parts catalog.

Diagram 3.3: Tesla semi cabin HVAC system diagram from the elements catalog. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 3.4: Tesla Semi truck's steering and dashboard components blueprint.

Diagram 3.4: Tesla Semi truck’s steering and dashboard elements blueprint. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Diagram 3.5: Tesla Semi steering wheel system diagram from the parts catalog.

Diagram 3.5: Tesla Semi steering wheel system diagram from the elements catalog. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Tesla VIN Label

Together with the above technical diagrams of the Tesla Semi truck, a pattern VIN label was additionally found by Mr. inexperienced. This label has some details about the Tesla Semi’s gross automobile weight ranking (GVWR) and the way a lot every of this weight every axle is ready to bear.

The 22,135 kg (48,800 lb) of GVWR talked about on this label is only for the bobtail Tesla Semi (with out the trailer). When the trailer is hooked up to the truck, one other set of axles is mechanically hooked up to the trailer’s rear wheels, so including that brings the entire GVWR to ~37,200 kg (82,000 lb).

This label additionally consists of Tesla Semi wheel and tire sizes and different respective chilly tire stress rankings as nicely. Nevertheless, for an official affirmation of those numbers, we should anticipate the Tesla Semi proprietor’s handbook.

Axle GVWR Tires Rims Chilly Tire Stress
Entrance Axle 5,715 kg (12,600 lb) 275/80R22.5 22.5X8.25 310kPa, 45psi
Int Axle 8,210 kg (18,100 lb) 275/80R22.5 22.5X8.25 310kPa, 45psi
Rear Axle 8,210 kg (18,100 lb) 275/80R22.5 22.5X8.25 310kPa, 45psi

Tesla Semi GVWR, tire & rim sizes for entrance and rear wheels, OED-recommended chilly tire stress.

Tesla Semi sample VIN label from the truck's online parts catalog.

Tesla Semi pattern VIN label from the truck’s on-line elements catalog. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc

As we will see within the above diagram, the massive battery pack is situated beneath the Tesla Semi cabin. The battery pack of the Tesla Semi consists of 9 modules which can be formed like sq. blocks. Three blocks within the mid-row appear to be bigger in comparison with those on the aspect rows.

Unexpectedly, Tesla designed the battery pack of the Tesla Semi truck fairly otherwise from those we’ve seen in different Teslas just like the Mannequin Y and three, and many others.

Initially printed by Tesla Oracle. By @IqtidarAlii.

Featured picture Diagram 1.1: Tesla Semi diagram from the elements catalog reveals its battery pack location, form, and the variety of modules. Supply: https://epc.tesla.com, courtesy of Tesla, Inc. by way of @greentheonly / Twitter. by way of Tesla Oracle


 

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