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0KW EV Charger Costs

Installing your own EV charger can be a cost-effective and convenient way of charging your EV overnight or during working hours. Rapid or super-fast chargers with a 50kW power supply can charge an EV battery to 80% in roughly 20 minutes, costing from £1,500 and upward to fit.

Most home EVs tend to be either 7kW or 22kW, and a 50kW EV charging dock is only usually suitable for commercial use – you’ll find these chargers at service stations and some larger car parks.

There is a caveat that frequent recharging with a Rapid EV charger can deteriorate your battery life span, so it is better to use them occasionally or for small top-ups rather than as the primary source of charging.

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Comparing Costs of Different KW EV Chargers

When you receive quotes to install your home EV charger, the price should include supply and installation costs, which means you are paying for the charging unit and the labour required to fit the station ready for use.

Rapid EV chargers cost more than slower, more economical models. However, the labour costs will normally be around 20% of the charger cost – the more complex the electrical components, the longer it will take to fit.

There are also various types of EV chargers, each of which is suitable for a different property type and intended use.

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Home EV installers usually recommend a smaller 7kW or 22kW charger as an appropriate charging unit for a private property, although you can certainly install a Rapid charger at a workplace or shared charging facility to allow super-fast charging.

Additional Costs Associated With a 50KW Charger Installation

It costs more to install a fast or Rapid charger because an EV charging unit classed as a slow level one charger can work with any standard power supply. They use 120-volt electricity, so connecting to your home electrical system is simple.

Fast chargers (level two) need a bigger 240-volt power supply, which is why they are primarily used at business premises rather than residential accommodation.

If your system is suitable for this level of power output, an electrician will need to carry out additional work to fit circuit breakers, replace your home consumer unit or install a new isolated circuit solely to power the EV charger.

Cables are linked to the fuse box but are only used to run the charger, insulating the rest of your electrical cabling from potential damage.

Factors in the Cost of Fitting a 50KW Charger

The charging output is one of the most significant cost factors when deciding which EV charger to install. Costs of buying the unit itself can vary considerably from a small 3kW home charger, which is multiple times lower than a Rapid 50kW charger.

Your installation contractor will also normally ask to schedule a site visit to help them ascertain other measurements and elements of the installation work that will affect the price:

• Longer charging cables add around £10 per metre to your EV charger installation quote, as most suppliers provide standard-length cables.
• Fitting a charging port inside a garage may incur additional costs in labour and materials to fit the charger on an internal wall and make good the finish.
• Wireless connectivity, which allows you to manage your EV charger through a mobile app, can add approximately £40 to £150 to the cost of the charging unit.
• Replacing your consumer unit or adding extra circuit breakers to accommodate a Rapid charger will increase your quote by around £350.

Another potential cost element is an earthing system, which is necessary when there is a risk that faulty electrical circuits will cause damage to your system and pose a possible safety hazard.

On average, a set of grounding rods to protect your system and property can add a further cost of £300.

How to Choose the Right EV Charger Power Outage

As we have mentioned, a super Rapid 50kW charger is more commonly found at service stations and is not generally available for installation on private residential premises.

It may be useful to compare the average charging time and the power outage required to support the size of EV charger you would like.

• 7kW chargers are used for on-street and off-road parking and take around six to ten hours to charge an EV.
• 22kW chargers are also found at some properties, although they are considered fast chargers – they are more often installed at public car parks, retail parks or hospitality venues such as hotels, providing a charge in two to five hours.
• EV chargers of 25kW or above are normally installed in retail stores and charge an EV in around one hour, depending on the size of the battery.
• Super-Rapid 50kW chargers can provide a full charge in 30 minutes and are typically only available at service stations or garage forecourts.

While a 50kW charger may be one of the more expensive options, it could be perfect for an office or where you have electric company cars that need a speedy charging option before personnel head out for the day.

The power outage of your EV charger will also depend on which car model you have or expect to buy. Slow level one chargers are designed for smaller vehicles such as a Toyota Prius, Audi A3 e-Tron or a Nissan Leaf.

Type two chargers usually need a conversion cable to make the charging station compatible with other vehicles and are better for larger cars such as BMW, Tesla, Porsche, Range Rover, or Hyundai. You can check the vehicle specification for more information about charging options and compatibility.

Time Required to Install a 50KW Charger

Most new EV chargers take about two or three hours to install, although some elements might mean the work takes longer.

For example, if you want a wireless EV charging dock where the contractor needs to fit a charging plate into the floor, this work will be in addition to the standard installation time.

Complex installations with additional aesthetic repairs or where you need to have new electrical components fitted will also require longer.

Digging trenches for cabling can add around £30 per metre. Still, they could be more expensive if your tradesperson needs to break through concrete – this may mean hiring another contractor to complete the groundwork before an electrician can install your EV charger.

Properties with a solar panel system can use green energy to power their EV charger, but this can also be more involved. If there is already a solar energy storage battery, the EV charging dock can be connected to this, although you may need a new inverter and a specialist solar charger.

The benefit is that once your EV charging unit has been fitted, it will be relatively cost-free to run, provided you have sufficient power to charge your EV without reverting to the mains electricity grid.

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With charging equipment, you can charge your electric vehicle at home not only faster, but also more conveniently.

• Use: at home
• 5-inch touch screen
• Fully supports Wi-Fi or Power Line Communication (PLC)
• Charging time: full charge in less than five hours (while charging with 19.2 kW in combination with the 19.2 kW on-board charger)
• Charging at household¹ or industrial electrical outlets
• Flexible installation on indoor garage walls, outdoor walls or the Charging Pedestal²
• Product variant³: Variable power outputs (from 1.2kW to 19.2kW) for maximum compatibility
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles⁴

¹Note: the charging process at a household socket must be monitored. Do not use extension cords or multi-outlet adapters.

²Installation must be performed by a professional electrician.

³Market-specific offer. The maximum charging capability of your vehicle depends on the combination of the charging hardware/circuit in your home and the (AC) on-board charger of your.

⁴The charging equipment is only suitable for use with vehicles that meet the general standards and guidelines for electric vehicles. When driving abroad, the appropriate supply cable for the charging equipment for the respective country must always be carried. Compatibility is only guaranteed for electrified vehicles with a type 1 connector.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours Performance Battery/10.5 hours Performance Battery Plus (in ideal conditions)
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.
• Use: at home or on the road
• Product variants: 7.2 kW, 9.6 kW,
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables are included

Smart charger with additional features.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours with the Performance Battery/10.5 hours with the Performance Battery Plus Enables Wi-Fi connectivity
• Equipped with a 5-inch touch display
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.Use: at home or on the road
• Product variant:9.6 kW
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables and basic wall mount are included

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You can comfortably access Connect services and operate various vehicle functions using the My app. For example, you can control the charging process, check the state of charge of your battery or bring your all-electric to a comfortable temperature before you start your trip.

When charging on the road, offers you a special deal together with its partner, Electrify America. At our partner’s stations, you can charge for 30 minutes (DC) or 60 minutes (AC) free of charge.

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An extensive charging infrastructure is available in the USA, so you can charge your all-electric on the road. The charging map helps you find a charging station nearby.

Where can I charge on the road?

As an interactive charging map, the charging map provides you with an overview of all charging stations – at your home and when traveling. Simply select your desired location and we will show you where you can conveniently charge your electric vehicle on the road and at your destination.

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You can comfortably access Connect services and operate various vehicle functions using the My app. For example, you can control the charging process, check the state of charge of your battery or bring your all-electric to a comfortable temperature before you start your trip.

Products for charging on the road.

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The Plug Types for the

Your is equipped with two charging ports for maximum charging compatibility, the driver side with a J1772 AC charging socket, and the passenger side with a CCS Combo socket with AC and DC charging capabilities.

This is the most common plug that will charge your. Available across multiple charging providers and works universally across most brands of Electric Vehicles.

• Based on the SAE standard
• AC power supply only
• Charging power up to19.2 kW
• Usage at home or on the road

This is the fastest way to charge your. Available across multiple charging providers and works universally across most brands of Electric Vehicles.

• Based on the SAE standard
• Supplies DC power to battery without the need to be converted
• Charging power up to 350 kW
• Usage on the road

The maximum charging speed a can accept is either 225kW (Performance Battery) or 270kW (Performance Battery Plus)

Accessories for public charging pedestals.

We offer the accessories you need to charge your model with all-electric drive technology at public charging stations.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours Performance Battery/10.5 hours Performance Battery Plus (in ideal conditions)
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.
• Use: at home or on the road
• Product variants: 7.2 kW, 9.6 kW,
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables are included

Smart charger with additional features.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours with the Performance Battery/10.5 hours with the Performance Battery Plus Enables Wi-Fi connectivity
• Equipped with a 5-inch touch display
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.Use: at home or on the road
• Product variant:9.6 kW
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables and basic wall mount are included

For even shorter charging times when charging outside the Charging Service network.

• Boost charging speeds from 50kW to up to 150kW when charging on older 400 volts networks.
• Enables even shorter charging times at older 400V Fast charging stations
• Use: on the road
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With our Destination Charging infrastructure, we go wherever you do — be it exceptional hotels, fine restaurants, golf courses or marinas. As the driver of a electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid model, you can charge there for free as a guest. An overview of all Destination Charging partners can be found in the Charge Map.

Replenish your own energy reserves while your electric or plug-in hybrid model is charging its supply of pure driving pleasure. With our selected partners, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at exclusive destinations and use our easy and convenient on-site charging solutions.

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Find charging stations on your route using the Charge Map.

The Charge Map shows you available charging stations on your route. This allows you to plan charging stops with consideration of your car’s range.

FAQs.

Charging models with all-electric drive technology.

At HomeWherever you park at home, you simply plug the vehicle in with the charger that comes with every. To fully utilize the charger that comes standard with the. a 240V outlet is highly recommended. The vehicle also comes with a 120V adapter that allows the vehicle to charge on a normal household plug. However, due to slower charging speeds (~3 days for a full charge) it is not recommend for normal use, but it comes in handy in situations where a 240v outlet is hard to find.

On The Road through its partnership with Electrify America, provides owners with access to a growing number of charging stations. Additionally, every new purchased comes with unlimited, 30-minute charging sessions for 3 years at all Electrify America stations. The Charging Planner can also help to map out charging station stops along your desired route. Additional charging station providers are available in certain parts of the country and typically require the use of an app, RFID card, or credit card for payment.

It can depend on a few factors like ambient temperature, battery temperature, the charger’s charging power and the vehicles state of charge (SoC).A can charge 75% (5%-80%) of the battery in 22.5 minutes with a 350kw charger. A 50kw charger will offer a slower charging time of closer to an hour.

¹ Charging times and capacity: The specified charging capacities and charging times depend on various factors: In general, charging capacity and time vary due to factors such as the available connection output of the country-specific energy infrastructure, customer specific home installation, temperature, preconditioning of the interior of the car, state of charge and age of the battery due to physical and chemical limits. These factors can significantly increase the charging times compared to the specified values. AC charging (AC = alternating current) is recommended for charging at home. By using an 240V (AC) socket, you can achieve greater efficiency and much shorter charging times than by charging at a household outlet. Note: The 0 to 100 percent charging times listed in the table have been calculated as a guide and may differ in everyday use.

² Charging times and capacity: The specified charging capacities and charging times depend on various factors: In general, charging capacity and time vary due to factors such as the available connection output of the country-specific energy infrastructure, customer specific home installation, temperature, preconditioning of the interior of the car, state of charge and age of the battery due to physical and chemical limits. These factors can significantly increase the charging times compared to the specified values. For the best value of the specified DC charging time (DC = direct current) for increasing the state of charge from 5 to 80 percent, a CCS (Combined Charging System) DC Fast Charger with 270 kW and 850 V and a battery temperature between 86°F and 95°F are required. The state of charge at the start of the charging process must not exceed 5 percent. For physical and chemical reasons, the charging speed decreases as soon as the battery approaches its full capacity (attaching ions to the electrode becomes more difficult). As a result, it usually makes sense to charge the battery up to 80 percent or to a state corresponding to the required range when charging using DC fast charging. Primarily using CCS fast charging stations will result in longer charging times in the long term. For regular DC fast charging, a charging capacity of 50 kW or less is recommended. Vehicles equipped with the 79.2 kWh Performance Battery can accept up to 225kw and those equipped with the 93.4 kWh Performance Battery Plus can accept up to 270kw.

³ Only with option KM2 On-board 150 kW/400V DC Charger, otherwise 400V chargers will charge at 50kW

Your can be conveniently charged in various everyday situations: at home, at public charging stations along your route, and at your destination.

The Charging Service offers you an overview and standard access to public charging points for charging en route and at the destination. These include charging points on highways, in cities, and at your authorized dealer. Destination Charging is available to you at selected destinations, for example luxury hotels.

offers various home charging equipment such as the Mobile Charger Plus, Mobile Charger Connect and Wall Charger Connect as standard and optional equipment depending on vehicle.

You can purchase the Mobile Charger Connect via your authorized dealer and the Wall Charger Connect from the Online Shop

AC or DC charging stations? Which is best for electric fleet vehicles?

Transportation is one of the biggest culprits. Approximately 30 to 40 % of all greenhouse gas emissions in large cities are caused by combustion engine vehicles.

That’s why science advisors and governments around the world are pushing for the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). By increasing the use of electric vehicles and EV chargers, governments will reduce harmful emissions and achieve their transportation decarbonization goals.

As a result, EV charging stations are becoming more commonplace. Most charging stations you see are AC chargers. Until recently, AC chargers have been the only option.

But in recent years, companies like EvGo or Ionity have developed a new technology known as DC Fast Chargers. Companies can now apply a different type of technology to charge vehicles faster than the standard AC chargers.

The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy states that around 16% of the 70,000 charging stations in the U.S. are DC fast chargers (DCFC). In Europe, we see that around 11% of all chargers are DCFC.

The proportion of DCFC to AC chargers is growing. There are new state initiatives and incentives to promote DC fast chargers. Utility providers are being incentivized to help with the installation of DCFC chargers.But for many people, the question remains. which charging station should be used for fleet vehicles? Should companies with depots install AC chargers or DC chargers? That’s the question we’ll seek to answer in this article.

What is the difference between AC and DC EV chargers?

Alternating current (AC) power can be described simply as the standard electricity that comes out of power stations and travels along power lines to homes and other buildings, sometimes referred to as mains or utility power.

Direct current (DC) power, as the name suggests, is the electric current that moves in a straight line.

As stated in our last article AC and DC current were invented by Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla. And believe it or not, they have never been best friends.

How does a vehicle battery work?‍

Batteries need DC power. And there is a simple reason. Just like any other battery. a car battery uses and provides DC power. This means the load flows in one single direction and is stored using a chemical process.

As mentioned, AC current changes direction periodically. To store AC, a battery’s terminal needs to change polarity ( and.) at the same speed, which is not possible.

In technical terms: connecting an AC supply to a battery to store AC power means the battery charges only during the positive half-cycle and then discharges during the negative half cycle.

In other words, there is no way you can store AC power in a battery.

Differences between AC and DC chargers

Your outlet delivers AC power, and your vehicle battery needs DC power.

The only way to achieve this is to convert AC power into a DC power output. This is what we call an AC to DC converter (AC-DC converter).

A) you build this converter into your vehicle,

B) you build this converter into your charge point.

AC chargers use option A. This means that the vehicle has its own small AC-DC converter. So, the vehicle receives AC power from the charge point, then the vehicle converts it to DC power.

DC chargers are option B. This means the chargers have their own built-in AC-DC converter, and the vehicle receives DC power directly. No conversion is required inside the vehicle.

Why are DC chargers so much faster?

This is an important question.

Let’s look at things logically.

The faster you want to charge a battery. the more power you need to provide. Fast charging is usually above 50 kW, and slow charging typically between 1-22 kW.

Therefore, to provide more power when charging a battery, you need a much larger AC-DC converter.

The problem is. converting high power from AC and DC is expensive. A large converter easily costs USD 10,000.

It’s pretty obvious that you don’t want heavy and expensive converters dragged around with you in your car. So, high-power charging is best carried out with the converters built into the charging station rather than the vehicle.

That’s the main reason why DC chargers appear to be faster than AC chargers. They aren’t really any faster; it’s just much easier and cheaper to generate high-power DC output within the charger rather than convert the output from an AC charger in the vehicle itself.

Are DC chargers always better?

It would appear that DC chargers are a much more sensible and efficient option then, right?

DC chargers cost a lot more than AC chargers. DC chargers require more space and require much more complex spare parts to facilitate processes such as active cooling.

In addition, high power charging requires a high power connection to the grid. With a typical residential grid connection, you won’t be able to install a DC charger.

Also, trying to install ten 150 kW chargers is a complex and expensive project. On the other hand, installing ten 11 kW chargers is fairly simple and more affordable.

The rule of thumb is: Install DC chargers when you need fast charging and install AC chargers when you don’t.

What are the best-charging stations for fleet vehicles?

For the rest of this article, we’ll FOCUS on depot EV charging.

For the purposes of this article, we won’t consider employee fleets that charge at more than one depot, as this will make the analysis more complicated.

For traditional single depot charging, we’ll study the first major use-cases: overnight depot for delivery vehicles

We’ll take a look at their daily operations and how AC or DC charging would work in this cases. You’ll see big differences between them.

For each use-case, we’ll apply the following figures:

Number of vehicles: 100

Stay-time/dwell time: 10-12 hours (depot, night-time)

Grid capacity: 500 kW

Here is how vehicles are arriving at the depot:

DC charging only

We used our software to simulate how the fleet would charge with DC chargers only. We considered 10 x DC chargers with 500 kW each. Due to the power limit at the location, we can’t install more charge points.

The simulation shows that

• The DC chargers are fully active the entire night
• Not all vehicles are able to charge
• Some vehicle charged but couldn’t reach a full charge on-time

One main reason for that result is that batteries will not charge at 50 kW DC power the entire time. Without going into details of that problem, the charging power will drop to 10 kW and later 5 kW (depending on the vehicle). This is called constant voltage phase (CV phase)

AC charging only

For the second simulation, we considered a different setup. We equip the location with 100 AC chargers and use intelligent load management from Ampcontrol to optimize the utilization.

The simulation shows that:

• the AC chargers could charge even more vehicles
• all vehicles are able to charge
• all vehicles receive a full charge

Clearly, this scenario shows that AC charging would be sufficient for the fleet depot. But that really depends on the scenario and there is no general answer.

AC charging is capable of charging the vehicles within the longer dwell times and fully guarantees on-time departure.

DC charging would also do the job. DC chargers could charge the vehicles within 2 hours or less. However, you’ll need to keep in mind that batteries can’t charge a full-power for the entire cycle.

Also, charging too many vehicles at DC power would cause a surge in power demand.

The good news is that by applying Smart charging software such as Ampcontrol, fleet managers can ensure that all-electric vehicles are ready on time. The software coordinates vehicles and charging stations at the fleet depot.

Mixing AC and DC charging

Let’s say that we have a few vehicles that need fast charging and need to leave the depot within 2 hours. That requires DC fast chargers. However, the majority of vehicles stay up to 12 hours at the depot.

Do we need to install DC fast chargers only? No, we can mix AC and DC chargers intelligently to benefit from both.

How? We allocate the vehicles to the right charging stations and manage the power that goes to each charge point. For instance, high power can be delivered to DC chargers if the vehicle needs to leave sooner. Normal power can be delivered with AC chargers if the vehicle stays more than 9 hours.

Operating these mixed installations for fleet vehicles without Smart charging software is next to impossible as it requires constant monitoring of power, drivers, time, operation, and staff.

Conclusion

DC fast chargers are ideal for charging EVs that need to be back on the road quickly. But they are more expensive to install and maintain than AC chargers.

If time is of the essence for your fleet, then DC chargers are going to be the best option.

If you have a mixed fleet of vehicles. i.e., some that need fast charging and some that don’t, then a mixture of AC and DC chargers is best.

Either way, Smart charging software for electric vehicles can help fleet managers to offset some or all of the extra initial outlay by reducing ongoing energy costs.

Read more about AC and DC charging here: How to mix AC and DC charging stations?

EV Charging Basics

Learn more about different charging options for electric vehicles (EVs), plus where you can find rebates to help cover purchase and installation costs.

EV Charger Types

EV chargers are classified into three categories: Level 1, Level 2 and direct current (DC) fast chargers.

EV chargers are classified into three categories: Level 1, Level 2 and direct current (DC) fast chargers.

Important differences include:

• Input voltage. This is how much power a charger requires to operate and is expressed in volts.
• Power output. This is how much power a charger can generate and is expressed in kilowatts (kW).
• Charging speed. This is the number of miles added to the EV’s battery per hour of charging and depends on the charger’s power output.
• Equipment and installation cost. While basic EV chargers are inexpensive and can be plugged into a standard outlet, others have higher upfront equipment and must be installed professionally by an electric vehicle service provider (EVSP).
• EV power intake. Depending on your EV, the power output pulled from a charger (in kW) may be limited by how much the EV’s battery can withstand. Check your vehicle’s specifications to know which charging level your vehicle can use.

Numerous manufacturers produce EV chargers, with a variety of products, price points, applications and functionality. Because of these differences, it is important to choose an EV charger that fits your intended use and budget.

Direct Current Fast Charging

How fast is DC fast charging?

Depending on the EV, DC fast chargers can currently produce a 10-80% charge for a 300-mile range battery in approximately 20 minutes (~540 miles of electric drive per hour of charging).

What is the input voltage for a DC fast charger?

Currently available DC fast chargers require inputs of at least 480 volts and 100 amps, but newer chargers are capable of up to 1000 volt and 500 amps (up to 360 kW).

How much do DC fast chargers cost?

A CALeVIP Cost Data analysis found that the unit cost per charger for rebate recipients ranged from a minimum of 18,000 to a maximum of 72,500. The mean and median unit cost per charger was 29,135 and 23,000, respectively.

In addition to higher equipment costs, DC fast charger installations require a commercial electrician from the initial planning phase due to the electrical load and wiring requirements.

Is a DC fast charger the right EV charger for me?

DC fast chargers are the highest-powered EV chargers on the market. They often are used as range extenders along major travel corridors for long-distance trips and in urban environments to support drivers without home charging or very high mileage drivers. At current charging speeds, they are ideal for places where a person would spend 30 minutes to an hour, such as restaurants, recreational areas and shopping centers.

It is important to note that not every EV model is capable of DC fast charging, and therefore, they cannot be used by every EV driver. Further, DC fast chargers have multiple standards for connectors, whereas there is only one common standard for Level 1 and 2 charging (SAE J1772). DC fast chargers have three types of connectors: CHAdeMO, CCS and Tesla, though CCS is increasingly becoming the industry standard.

Level 2 Chargers

How fast is Level 2 charging?

A Level 2 charger can currently produce a full charge for a 300-mile range battery in about 6-8 hours and is perfect for destination and overnight charging.

What is the input voltage of a Level 2 charger?

Level 2 chargers typically require 220V or 240V service.

What is the power output of a Level 2 charger?

Level 2 chargers are available with a variety of power outputs from 3 kW to 19 kW, which can sometimes be adjusted.

How much do Level 2 chargers cost?

CALeVIP Cost Data show that rebate recipients reported average L2 equipment costs ranging from 685 to 6,626 per connector. The mean and median were 2,976 and 2,884 per connector, respectively.

Is a Level 2 charger the right EV charger for me?

Level 2 chargers are typical solutions for residential and commercial/workplace settings. Most offer higher power output than Level 1 chargers and have additional functionality.

Non-networked vs. networked chargers

In general, Level 2 chargers are distinguished between non-networked chargers and networked chargers.

Networked chargers have advanced capabilities, such as charge scheduling, load management and demand response. They are more common in commercial/workplace settings where payments are required or at multiunit dwellings (MUDs) where the property’s electricity bill is shared by multiple residents.

They may be designed for indoor or outdoor use (e.g., NEMA 3R, NEMA 6P, NEMA 4x rated).

Some models of networked chargers also can limit charging to certain hours, which allows the operator to maximize a time-of-use (TOU) electricity rate structure and only allow charging when electricity is the cheapest (usually sometime between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.). This type of control also increases the likelihood of participating in utility demand response programs.

Some of the enhanced features of a networked Level 2 charger include remote access/control via Wi-Fi or cellular connection, access control/ability to accept multiple forms of payment, load balancing across multiple chargers and more. Additionally, California will soon begin allowing the use of submeters already embedded within networked chargers to bill electricity use. For more information on submetering, visit the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) website.

Non-networked Level 2 chargers are used both in single-family residences and MUDs. They may be designed for indoor or outdoor use (e.g., NEMA 3R, NEMA 6P, NEMA 4x rated). Non-networked Level 2 chargers are useful for installations at MUDs or commercial sites that are powered by the residents’ or tenants’ subpanels.

In this case, any electricity used by the chargers will be charged to the individual’s electricity bill, thus eliminating the need to separately meter the chargers. Further, when electrical capacity is available, non-networked Level 2 chargers are useful for site hosts that need higher power than Level 1 charging but do not have a large budget.