Alpitronic

What Alpitronic does

Alpitronic is a privately held Italian power-electronics company, founded in 2009 in Bolzano and now headquartered across offices in Italy, Germany, the UK, and the US (Charlotte, NC). It designs, manufactures, and services the Hypercharger line of DC fast chargers — ranging from the HYC50 (50 kW wall-mount) to the HYC400 (400 kW all-in-one) and the HYC1000 distributed megawatt system with MCS, EV, and HP dispensers. Core technology is a silicon-carbide (SiC) Power-Stack architecture delivering 97.5–98.1% AC-to-DC conversion efficiency, dynamic load management in 50–62.5 kW granularity, and — via the 2026 HP Dispenser — single-connector CCS2 output exceeding 1,000 kW. The company also operates an in-house Power Cycling test laboratory compliant with ECPE AQG 324, originally developed in 2010 for automotive and aerospace OEM work.

Alpitronic sells through a direct enterprise field-sales motion to charge point operators (IONITY, Ionna, Electrify America, BP Pulse, Greenlane), retail chains (Walmart, Sam's Club), automotive OEMs (Mercedes-Benz), and commercial fleet operators. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of the Hypercharger product family, supplemented by recurring professional services revenue via the Hyperservices division (24/7 remote and on-site support, maintenance, spares, turnkey solutions, Charging-as-a-Service) and ancillary testing services from the Power Cycling lab. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. As of late 2025, Alpitronic had deployed approximately 44,000 chargers across 62 countries, delivering 7.1 TWh cumulatively and handling roughly 325,000 daily charging sessions.

Name

Alpitronic

Legal name

Alpitronic GmbH-S.r.l. single member company

Website

https://alpitronic.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Alpitronic designs and manufactures SiC-based Hypercharger DC fast chargers (50 kW to 1 MW) and supporting service ecosystems, selling directly to charge point operators, retail chains like Walmart, automotive OEMs such as Mercedes-Benz, and fleet operators across 62 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Infrastructure

NAICS

Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311)

SIC

Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612)

akta.pro primary industry

EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wide-Bandgap (SiC/GaN) Power Modules, Gate Drivers & Packaging (EUAFAIAJ), Wide-Bandgap Power Devices (SiC/GaN Discretes) (HDAHAHAG)

Keywords

• DC fast charging
• EV charging infrastructure
• Silicon carbide power electronics
• Megawatt charging system
• Charge point hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Bolzano Novarese

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. DC Fast Charger Hardware Sales: Alpitronic generates the majority of its revenue from selling Hypercharger DC fast charging hardware, including the HYC50 (50 kW), HYC200 (200 kW), HYC400 (400 kW), HYC400 Series 2 (400 kW, Europe only), and HYC1000 (up to 1 MW) product lines. Hardware is sold to charge point operators, retailers, fleet operators, and automotive OEMs.
2. Professional Services & After-Sales Support: Alpitronic offers installation & commissioning, consulting & planning, turnkey solutions, operation & service, and Charging as a Service through its Hyperservices division. The company provides 24/7 remote and on-site support, maintenance, and spare parts through certified partners, generating recurring service revenue.
3. Power Cycling Testing Services: Alpitronic's on-site laboratory provides Power Cycling tests and thermal characterization services for power electronic modules for external semiconductor manufacturers, following AQG 324 compliance protocols. This represents a specialized service revenue stream.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Alpitronic designs, manufactures, and services the Hypercharger line of DC fast chargers ranging from 50 kW to 1 MW, using proprietary Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power-Stack modular power electronics with up to 97.5–98% conversion efficiency. The company sells these chargers and complementary after-sales services (Hyperservices, Hypersuite, Power Cycling testing) directly to charge point operators, retail chains, fleet operators, and automotive OEMs across Europe, North America, and other global markets.

Product overview

Alpitronic offers the Hypercharger line of DC fast chargers — a modular, scalable product family ranging from 50 kW to 1,000 kW. The portfolio includes five charger models (HYC50, HYC200, HYC400, HYC400 Series 2, and HYC1000) that share a common SiC-based Power-Stack architecture enabling 97.5% efficiency. The HYC1000 represents a distributed megawatt charging system with separate Power Cabinets and Dispensers (MCS, EV, HP variants). Supporting services include Hyperservices (24/7 support), Hypersuite (Hypertraining and Hyperdoc applications), and Power Cycling testing services with AQG 324-compliant test benches. All products use OCPP protocols for network management and support dynamic load management with configurable power granularity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hypercharger: Signature product line of DC fast chargers combining reliability, efficiency, and Italian design with power range from 50 kW to 1,000 kW. Includes models HYC50, HYC200, HYC400, HYC400 Series 2, and HYC1000.
• Hyperservices
• Hypersuite
• Hypertraining
• Hyperdoc
• Power Cycling

Products and services

• HYC50 Compact wall-mountable 50 kW DC fast charger achieving up to 97% efficiency, supporting simultaneous 2x25 kW charging with low noise levels suitable for residential installations and various indoor/outdoor mounting options. Targeted at destination and small-scale commercial charging deployments.
• HYC200 Powerful 200 kW DC fast charger in a compact footprint with 97.5% efficiency from the SiC Power-Stack concept, supporting simultaneous 2x100 kW charging and scalable from 100 to 200 kW via easy upgrades. Targeted at small-to-medium commercial and fleet charging sites.
• HYC400 High-power 400 kW DC fast charger achieving 97.5% efficiency using SiC semiconductors, supporting CCS1, J3400 (NACS), and CHAdeMO connectors with a scalable 100–400 kW Power-Stack and dynamic load management in 50 kW granularity. Targeted at highway corridors, retail, and high-utilization commercial sites.
• HYC400 Series 2 Enhanced 400 kW DC fast charger delivering up to 400 kW via CCS2 with two 600 A continuous connectors, featuring Gen2 Power Stack with up to 98.1% peak efficiency, 22-inch widescreen display, and modular architecture. Available exclusively in Europe.
• HYC1000 Distributed megawatt charging system providing up to 1,000 kW total power capacity using eight SiC-Stack GEN 2 modules (125 kW each), with separate Power Cabinet and Dispensers for efficient floor space use, supporting up to 8 simultaneous DC charging sessions with dynamic power allocation in 62.5 kW granularity. Targeted at highway hubs, fleet depots, and high-density charging locations.
• Hyperservices Comprehensive after-sales service offering including 24/7 remote and on-site assistance, technical support, repairs, maintenance, CPMS integration support, installation & commissioning, consulting & planning, turnkey solutions, and Charging as a Service. Targeted at Hypercharger operators and fleet customers.
• Hypersuite Ecosystem of applications including Hyperdoc (document management system for user manuals, installation instructions, certifications, and commissioning protocols) and Hypertraining (online certification platform for technicians servicing Hyperchargers). Targeted at Hypercharger customers and certified service partners.
• Power Cycling Testing Services Power Cycling tests and thermal characterization services for power electronic modules following ECPE Automotive Qualification Guideline (AQG) 324, determining module lifespan and durability for external semiconductor manufacturers and industrial customers.
• PCTB Test Benches Proprietary Power Cycling Test Benches (PCTB) available in 800A (PCTB E-800-30) and 1200A (PCTB E-1200-30) configurations, testing up to 12 half-bridges simultaneously in compliance with ECPE AQG 324 for power electronic module durability validation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Charging session reliability: Alpitronic dominated the top four positions in Monta's 2025 global Charger Performance ranking, with nine of the top ten models available in Australia, demonstrating industry-leading uptime and charging success rates.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• IONITYcoreTechnology or IntegrationIONITY, Europe's leading ultra-rapid public EV charging network, has integrated Alpitronic's HYC1000 chargers across its network. The partnership enables drivers to charge up to 200km of range in under eight minutes. IONITY has deployed over 700 chargers as of March 2026 with plans to reach 1,000+ by end of 2026.
• WalmartcoreTechnology or IntegrationWalmart is sourcing Alpitronic HYC400 chargers (400 kW, CCS1 and NACS connectors) for its EV charging deployment across Walmart and Sam's Club locations. As of June 2026, Walmart has deployed over 300 fast-charging ports at 50 stores, sourcing exclusively from Alpitronic and ABB, with plans to reach thousands of locations by 2030.
• Mercedes-BenzflagshipTechnology or IntegrationMercedes-Benz partnered with Alpitronic to develop ultra-fast charging technology capable of delivering up to 1,000 kW for its next-generation electric vehicles, including the GLC EV (up to 330 kW charging) and CLA EV. The collaboration targets reducing charging times to attract buyers transitioning from internal combustion engine vehicles.
• IonnacoreTechnology or IntegrationIonna, the EV charging network joint venture backed by automotive OEMs, is deploying Alpitronic Hypercharger hardware as part of its US charging infrastructure buildout.
• Electrify AmericacoreTechnology or IntegrationElectrify America, one of the largest US EV charging networks, is sourcing Alpitronic chargers for its network expansion.
• BP PulsecoreTechnology or IntegrationBP Pulse, BP's EV charging division, is deploying Alpitronic Hyperchargers in the US market as part of its charging infrastructure growth strategy.
• GreenlanecoreTechnology or IntegrationGreenlane, the EV charging infrastructure company, is deploying Alpitronic chargers as part of its US charging network.
• Tobias Wagner (Elektrotrucker)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGerman YouTuber and EV trucking advocate Tobias Wagner ('Elektrotrucker') uses an integrated Alpitronic HYC50 mobile charging unit for his 'Around the World in 80 Charges' circumnavigation attempt in a modified Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, demonstrating electric long-haul trucking capabilities globally.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• ABB E-mobility: ABB E-mobility is Alpitronic's most direct global DC fast-charging competitor with 69,000 chargers deployed worldwide (vs. Alpitronic's 44,000). Both serve the same CPO and retail network customers with modular high-power DC chargers and competing for the same Ionna, Walmart sourcing, and IONITY-class contracts.
• Kempower: Finnish DC fast charger manufacturer targeting the same European highway-corridor and depot-charging use cases as Alpitronic. Kempower's liquid-cooled satellite architecture competes head-to-head with Alpitronic's distributed HYC1000 system for the IONITY/European CPO accounts.
• Tritium DCFC: Australia-based DC fast charger specialist (now under CTEK ownership) competing in the same modular high-power DC segment as Alpitronic. Tritium's PK350/PK600 and modular architecture compete in NA/EU tenders, including the same NEVI-funded projects Alpitronic is winning.
• SK Signet: Korean EV charger manufacturer serving as direct DC fast-charging hardware peer in NA, including Ionna and other network builds. Competes head-to-head for the same modular 50-400 kW CPO tenders that anchor Alpitronic's growth.

Broad incumbents

• Tesla (Supercharger): Tesla holds 36% of US public fast-charging market and operates Supercharger hardware manufacturing in-house. While primarily serving its own vehicles, Tesla has opened NACS and is supplying third parties, making it a broad incumbent competitor to Alpitronic's HYC400 NACS-enabled offering.
• ChargePoint: Publicly-listed US EV charging network operator with its own hardware portfolio (including Express Plus DC fast chargers). Sells across the same CPO/retail/fleet segments as Alpitronic and competes in many of the same enterprise tenders.
• Siemens eMobility (incl. Heliox acquisition): Siemens eMobility is a broad incumbent in EV charging infrastructure with comprehensive AC/DC product lines and the recently acquired Heliox. Competes for enterprise fleet/CPO accounts at scale using Siemens' industrial sales channel that Alpitronic lacks.

Emerging players

• Heliox: Dutch manufacturer focused on high-power depot and opportunity charging for buses/trucks, increasingly positioned in the megawatt-class segment where Alpitronic's HYC1000 competes. Comparable technology roadmap and depot/fleet-deal focus.
• Wallbox: European EV charging company extending from AC home chargers into DC fast (including Supernova). Although their DC portfolio is smaller, they target similar CPO customers in EU/NA and represent an emerging second-tier peer in the same modular DC fast-charging space.

Regional players

• Star Charge: China's largest EV charging operator and hardware vendor with global ambitions. While primarily serving APAC/China, Star Charge is expanding into Europe and select NA markets and competes with Alpitronic in the wholesale/utility-side megawatt charging technology segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance15 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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