Cable Retractor – Efficient, Durable, and Safe Cable Management System
Designed specifically for EV charging applications, the BESSUN Spring-Loaded Cable Retractor is an efficient cable management system that keeps EV charging cables neatly suspended and properly organized. By minimizing cable dragging, tangling, and mechanical stress, it helps reduce wear, improve operational safety, and enhance the overall charging experience. This durable and cost-effective solution extends cable service life while ensuring a cleaner, safer, and more efficient charging environment.
Description
The BESSUN EV Charger Cable Retractor is a premium automatic cable management system designed to keep EV charging cables clean, organized, and tangle-free. Engineered for both indoor and outdoor installations, it offers reliable long-term performance and durability in demanding charging environments.
Featuring an adjustable retraction force, the system ensures smooth and controlled cable handling, accommodating different cable weights and charging configurations.
Easy to install and operate, the BESSUN EV Charger Cable Retractor helps protect charging cables from damage, improves charging station safety, and delivers a more convenient and user-friendly charging experience.
Available with or without a locking mechanism to meet different installation requirements.
Type | Application | Initial tension/ retraction force | Stroke/ Rope Extension | Charging cable diameter | Lock mechanism
| Life Cycles |
A | AC Charger | 10 – 30 N | 3 m | 12 – 25 mm | option | 100,000+ |
B | DC Charger | 10 – 30 N | 16 – 25 mm | |||
35 – 65 N | 25 – 33 mm | |||||
C | 65 – 80 N ~ | 33 – 37 mm | ||||
80 – 100 N | 37 – 42 mm | |||||
100 – 125 N | 37 – 42 mm | |||||
D | Bus/Truck/Feet Charging station | 120 – 150 N | 3 m | 26 – 42 mm | ||
150 – 200 N | 2.6 m | |||||
E | 50 – 90N | 3 m | ||||
90- 120 N |
Need 3D drawings and product specifications? Contact us at info@bes-sun.com —we’re happy to provide!
Optimize Your EV Charging Station with the Correct Cable Retractor
Choosing the right cable retractor is essential for the longevity, safety, and user-friendliness of your EV charging stations. To ensure we provide the best possible solution, we require the following information:
Cable Length
Cable Diameter
Total Cable Weight
By providing these details, we can conduct a thorough evaluation and recommend a system that meets your specific requirements, enhancing the efficiency and durability of your charging infrastructure.
Compliance
Proper cable management system is essential to prevent cable slack and maintain accessibility for all users. Our cable retractors follow the recommendations outlined in the U.S. Access Board EVSE Design Guide, ensuring a safe and accessible charging experience.
Application Scenarios
Overhead EV Charger Cable Management System
For EV depots and commercial fleet charging sites, unmanaged charging cables lead to:
- Excessive strain on DC fast charging cables
- Unsafe cable routing across drive lanes
- Accelerated connector and charging cable wear
- Poor ergonomics for drivers and operators
BESSUN’s overhead EV charger cable management systems are engineered to keep charging cables suspended, controlled, and optimally positioned—improving safety, uptime, and operational efficiency.
Typical EV Depot Applications
- Bus and truck charging depots
- Logistics and distribution centers
- Taxi and ride-hailing fleet hubs
- Municipal and utility EV depots
Typical Application: Overhead Cable Management Solutions for EV Depots
Application Video
Cable Management Solutions for Existing Charging Stations
When discussing cable management systems, attention is often given to newly designed charging stations, where cable management system is integrated from the early design stage.
However, for already installed charging stations, cable management system is frequently neglected. This is usually due to two main concerns: cost control and the perceived complexity of retrofit design and installation.
At BESSUN, as a professional supplier of EV charging cable management solutions, we believe this is a missed opportunity. Based on real-world projects, retrofitting cable management system is both feasible and highly effective. A well-designed retrofit solution can significantly improve operational safety, user convenience, and the overall charging experience, while also helping to reduce cable wear and long-term maintenance costs.
Below are selected real retrofit projects supported by BESSUN, demonstrating how existing EV chargers can be efficiently upgraded with practical and reliable cable management solutions—without the need for complete station replacement.
For standalone cable management solutions, please click here.
FAQ
What is your initial tension force ?
BSM-CRA: max. 30N
BSM-CRB: max. 65N
BSM-CRC: max. 125N
BSM-CRD: max. 200N
BSM-CRE: max. 120N
What endurance tests have been done on the cable retractor balancer mechanism?
Endurance at room temperature
Q: What is the endurance requirement at room temperature?
A: 100,000 cycles without malfunction.
Q: What was the result?
A: After 100,000 cycles: no deformation, unit functions well.
What is your MOQ?
No MOQ. The sample lead time is 10 ~ 12 days.
What information should I provide when sending an inquiry?
To ensure we provide the best possible solution, it would be great to receive the following information:
- Cable Length
- Cable Diameter
- Total Cable Weight
Can your retractor support the handling weight range of 60 N – 120 N?
Sorry. The answer is NO because we need to use different springs. For example, type C(BSM-CRC), the 65 ~ 80 N and 80 ~ 100 N are using different spring.
Is it possible to adjust the retractor weight during production according to different cable versions?
Yes. You also can adjust it in your factory. We have recorded a video of how to adjust the force in English already. However, it is better that we adjust the force in China before shipment.
Should I choose a cable retractor balancer with lock or without lock? Which is better?
Whether a cable retractor for an EV charging station should have a lock or be without a lock depends on how and where the station will be used. Our recommendation (based on typical use‑case):
For public / shared / commercial EV charging stations → retractor with lock is generally better. However, some CPO perfer without lock.
For private garages, home chargers, or low‑risk environments → a simpler retractor (without lock) could be acceptable.
Does the cable clamp/cable holder fit my EV charging cable (from 26 to 43 mm)?
Please provide your cable diameter when sending an inquiry. The cable clamp is not universal—different DC charging cables require different cable clamps/cable holder.
Does Type B and Type C are the same size?
Not the same. Please see the 3D drawings.
Can I only order the cable clamps/holders?
Yes. We offer different type of cable clamps/holders for EV charging cables.
For the mounting plate, can you change the size?
Yes. We can change it to fit your charging station. However, the size of the cable retractor balancer is fixed.
Can I use a stainless steel rope instead of UPE rope?
Yes. We have stainless steel rope option. However, we suggest to use UPE rope because it has better wear resistance.
Does the innitial tension force is constant?
No. The reason is that, with current technology, constant-force designs do not provide a long service life.
Can I adjust the tension by myself after receiving the sample?
Yes, you can. For how to adjust the tension of BSM-CRA, CRB and CRD, please refer to this video.
What’s the difference between a cable balancer and a cable retractor?
Cable Retractors: Pull the cable back to its starting position when released.
Cable Balancers: Hold the cable at its current position when released.
