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When it comes to considering what charge point is right for your needs there are several things to consider. The information in this EV Charger Installation Guide will help you.
Smart chargers enable a user control via a manufacturer’s app that is downloaded to their smartphone. The EV charger is connected to the internet via a dedicated local network cable, 4G dongle or Wi-Fi, all are methods of connectivity. A smart charger can be controlled via an app or by the controls on the charger if the app is offline.
The app will allow the user to “interrogate” the charger from anywhere, at any time. There are various functions which may include starting/stopping of a charge cycle, energy monitoring, setting up a personnel charge schedule that might include a reduced tariff.
For those charging from home there are three different power ratings to consider.
If you have solar panels then being able to use the energy that you have produced makes perfect sense. This type of charger monitors the grid supply as well as any self-generated energy & is capable of diverting energy produced directly to an electric vehicle. The myenergi Zappi was first to market with this kind of technology but now this is fairly commonplace amongst the leading charging manufacturers.
A tethered charge point comes with a fixed charge cable that is permanently attached to the charger so no need to retrieve a charge cable from storage whenever you charge, which is quicker & more convenient, although some people find a charge lead to be unsightly.
An un-tethered charge point has no cable attached & requires the user to plug a lead into the charger before use, come rain or shine. Preferred by some users as they don’t have a cable on display & can avoid cable theft.
Most people prefer the convenience of a tethered charge point.
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