Automotive Electrical & Electronics
Our equipment shows how automotive electrical systems and networked control units work. Learners can build circuits, measure signals and investigate faults using original components.
The range covers basic 12- and 24-volt circuits, vehicle lighting, CAN/LIN networks and OBD diagnostics.
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Original components
Lights, control units, instrument clusters and switches come from real vehicle systems.
Wire and measure
Safety test sockets let learners build and measure electrical circuits.
Bus systems and troubleshooting
CAN, LIN and OBD connections allow learners to analyse bus signals and track down faults.
Explore automotive electrics directly
Learners can wire circuits, trace signals and diagnose control units on our rigs. Components are clearly arranged and easy to access.
Depending on the system, CAN and LIN bus analysis, OBD diagnostics, electronic fault simulation, residual-bus simulation and connections for external measurement and computer systems are also available.
Networked CAN, LIN and MOST bus systems
This mobile training system is based on original Audi A6 components and combines CAN, LIN and MOST bus systems in one clear, fully functional setup. The bus topology and the power supply paths for the individual participants are engraved into the front panel for easy tracing.
Electrical bus connections are accessible through disconnect points and bridge connectors. This allows measurements with an oscilloscope, multimeter or CAN bus adapter and enables individual bus participants to be disconnected. The optical MOST ring also supports realistic ring-break diagnostics.
Mobile training rig with networked vehicle electronics
Fully functional training rig based on original VW Golf VI components for electrical measurements, diagnostics, bus-system analysis and systematic troubleshooting.
Electrical connections are accessible via safety laboratory sockets, enabling transparent work based on the vehicle-specific circuit diagram.
Complete vehicle lighting as a wireable training rig
The lighting panel reproduces the complete vehicle lighting system using original VW Golf IV components and enables practical wiring, measurement and diagnostic exercises.
Relevant circuits are accessible via external measurement connections and can be assembled and examined using the original circuit diagrams.
Electrical systems, diagnostics and trailer control
The double-sided training rig expands the electrical and electronic working environment with additional operating, switching and trailer functions.
CAN and LIN bus technology, OBD diagnostics and fault simulation enable extensive exercises on networked vehicle electronics.
From basic circuits to CAN/LIN networks
The equipment below ranges from simple lighting circuits to connected vehicle components. Each model has its own functions and equipment options.
Automotive Electrical EL76 functional training rig
Compact mobile training rig for conventional automotive electrical systems and lighting technology.
An integrated fault-simulation module allows ten different faults to be programmed behind a lockable cover. The training rig is supplied without a cable set.
NFZ Elektrik EL74 functional training rig
Compact mobile training rig with original 24-volt commercial-vehicle electrical components.
The setup is particularly suitable for examining conventional commercial-vehicle lighting, switching and trailer circuits.
CAN BUS Golf VI Bi-Xenon functional model
Mobile training rig with fully functional original VW Golf VI components and extensive CAN/LIN bus technology.
The engraved work surface and externally accessible safety laboratory sockets enable safe, transparent wiring based on the original VW circuit diagram.
Central Electrical CAN-LIN Bus System VW lighting panel
Mobile training rig with a color-printed front panel and fully operational original VW Golf VI components with xenon headlights and cornering light.
The lighting and signaling system operates via CAN bus with self-diagnostics. Windshield-wiper control is implemented via LIN bus.
Automotive Electrical Golf VI Bi-Xenon functional model
Mobile training rig with fully functional original VW Golf VI components.
The labeled melamine-resin panel and color-coded safety laboratory sockets enable clear wiring based on the original VW circuit diagram.
Additional components such as original door and trailer modules can be connected directly to the training rig. The scope of supply includes a matched laboratory cable set and CAN Analyse software based on AndiWin.net.
Dashboard training models with CAN and LIN
These mobile rigs use original dashboards and control units from different vehicles. Test sockets, diagnostic connectors and switchable faults make it possible to investigate the networks directly.
Dashboard training model CAN / LIN bus
Mobile training model with an original VW Golf V dashboard, driver and passenger airbags, complete lighting system and instrument illumination. The networked control units include the gateway, vehicle electrical system control unit, airbag, climate control, instrument cluster and driver and passenger doors.
Eight predefined faults can be switched into the system. Bridging plugs and externally accessible diagnostic connectors allow measurements and diagnostics with standard workshop test equipment.
Dashboard training model CAN / LIN bus
System variant with fully operational original components from an Opel Astra J. The mobile training model includes the dashboard, driver and passenger airbags, lighting system and instrument illumination together with the control units required for diagnostics and networking.
CAN-bus interfaces with bridging plugs provide dedicated measurement access. At least eight typical bus faults can be switched in, allowing realistic diagnostic procedures and work with PC-based CAN-bus diagnostic systems.
Audi A6 dashboard training model
The CAN / LIN bus training model is built on a mobile aluminium frame and includes the original dashboard, driver and passenger airbags, the complete lighting system and instrument illumination of an Audi A6. The system also includes control units such as the gateway, vehicle electrical system control units, airbag, climate control, instrument cluster, and driver and passenger doors.
At least eight predefined faults according to DIN ISO are integrated via toggle switches. Bridging plugs, externally accessible measurement sockets and the OBD diagnostic connector allow measurement and diagnostics with standard workshop test equipment.
Golf 7 dashboard training model
The CAN / LIN bus training model is built on a mobile aluminium frame and includes the original dashboard, blower housing, windshield-wiper control and complete lighting system of a Golf VII. The system also includes control units such as the gateway, vehicle electrical system control unit, airbag, climate control, instrument cluster, and driver and passenger doors.
Eight predefined faults according to DIN ISO can be introduced via toggle switches. Externally accessible 4 mm measurement sockets and the OBD diagnostic connector allow measurements and diagnostics using standard workshop test equipment.
The CAN-BUS course module included in the scope of supply explains the system. Animations and simulations of a CAN bus system, a question catalogue for checking knowledge, and the presentation of typical fault patterns according to the ISO fault list are also included in the computer program.
Build automotive circuits from wiring diagrams
The mobile experimental rig can be fitted with boards for basic electrical circuits and vehicle lighting.
E1 experimental rig with basic and lighting equipment
The mobile experimental rig enables exercises directly from the wiring diagram and can be equipped with different component-board sets according to the desired scope of training.
The power rail is located at the top and the ground rail below it. The three-row experimental frame provides space for the various electrical components and circuits.
E1 experimental rig for automotive electrical systems
Mobile experimental rig for automotive electrical exercises directly from the wiring diagram.
With upper power rail, lower ground rail, three-row experimental frame and storage cabinet.
Experimental rig basic equipment GA
Experimental component-board set for electrical exercises with a 12 V power source.
A fuse holder with fuses, ignition/starter switch, indicator lights and laboratory cable set are included in the basic equipment.
Basic lighting equipment LA
Supplementary experimental component-board set for lighting exercises in conjunction with the GA basic equipment.
With headlights, turn signals, tail, brake, reversing and rear fog lights, interior light, horn, switches, steering-column switch, relays, cable set and connector set.
EL1–EL3 student trainers as one coordinated training range
These three compact trainers form a coordinated product group for the fundamentals of automotive electrical and electronic systems. EL1 and EL2 turn wiring diagrams into functioning vehicle circuits; EL3 extends the range with electronic fundamentals, components and vehicle-specific electronic circuits.
Electrical Student Trainer EL1
Fundamentals of automotive electrical systems covering ignition, starter, alternator, wipers, horn, glow-plug system, engine monitoring, charge and oil-pressure circuits. A matching cable set and fault-entry facility support systematic troubleshooting.
Electrical Student Trainer EL2
Complements EL1 with lighting and signalling systems, including relay circuits such as auxiliary headlamp control. EL2 also includes a matching cable set and a fault-entry facility.
Electronics Student Trainer EL3
Teaches the fundamentals of automotive electronics through practical experiments. Topics include resistors, capacitors, diodes, coils, transistors and thyristors together with vehicle-specific analogue circuits and sensor technology.
From wiring diagram to fault diagnosis
Depending on the rig, learners can begin with basic wiring and move on to measuring bus signals or diagnosing control-unit faults.
Wire according to the circuit diagram
Electrical circuits are assembled using vehicle-specific circuit diagrams. Labeled laboratory sockets make it easier to identify wires, terminals and components.
Analyze CAN and LIN bus systems
Networked control units and bus systems can be examined directly on the fully functional setup and their communication can be traced.
Diagnose and find faults
OBD diagnostics, electrical measurements and deliberately introduced faults enable structured diagnostic procedures from the fault memory to the root cause.
For different stages of training
We offer equipment for basic automotive electrical training as well as for diagnosing complex CAN and LIN networks.
Frequently asked questions about automotive electrical and CAN/LIN training
Can learners measure CAN and LIN signals on real components?
Yes. Depending on the model, test sockets, bridging plugs and diagnostic connections provide direct access to the signals.
Are the systems also suitable for basic automotive electrical training?
Yes. Basic wiring and lighting rigs cover the fundamentals; other systems introduce control units, CAN/LIN networks and OBD diagnostics.