Freightliner Trucks has introduced the SmartPlex Electrical System for the Freightliner 114SD and Business Class M2 platforms. The electrical system provides unmatched flexibility for truck equipment manufacturers (TEMs) when configuring a truck to suit specific body installations, the company said.
The electrical system uses Freightliner’s proprietary control modules that connect to the J1939 data bus, controlling power to lights and TEM equipment. It also introduces the SmartPlex flex switch and lamp module – capacity for up to 24 switches located in the overhead compartment – which can be installed, programmed and labeled by TEMs for specific body needs, the company said.
Laser-etched plastic inserts with icons that are appropriate for each industry and/or the type of truck also are provided, allowing TEMs to simply snap the inserts into corresponding switches. The system expands the total number of switches and lamps that can be connected to 35 (includes dash switches), a significant increase, according to the truck maker.
The electrical system is accessed using Freightliner ServiceLink software, which communicates directly with the Freightliner proprietary control modules. ServiceLink allows TEMs to configure programming for unique needs – all in the comfort of their own facility. This provides traceability back to Freightliner dealers, easing service in the field for trucks with TEM equipment, Freightliner added.
