How to find a right EV charging solution

How to find a right EV charging solution

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A charging issue is what you need to solve when you decide to purchase an electric car. To achieve this, you should be well aware of EV chargers types and related services. So, we will discuss all these facets below.

EV charging points and their speed

EV charging points differ in their output. In turn, this results in a big difference in their charging speed. Generally, there are three basic EV chargers types:
 

• Slow (6 hours and more)
• Fast (3 – 4 hours)
  
• Rapid (20-30 minutes)​

A slow unit’s output is only 3 kW. Therefore, it takes maximum time to fill an EV battery. Nevertheless, it is a good solution for charging at home place or, sometimes, at work place when you have plenty of time to wait. Apart from this, fast and rapid devices have got greater outputs –7-22 kW and 43-150 kW. This enables you to charge your vehicle much faster. However, on-board chargers of some EV models are incompatible with rapid charge.

Classic and advanced chargepoint services

We divide all charging point services on two groups:

• classic (installation, consultancy, and repair services)
• advanced (unit upgrading)

 
The first group meets all basic EV drivers’ needs. For example, you need to connect your charging station to a power supply and earth it before you can use it. Doubt whether your power grid will be able to withstand an additional load caused by the use of your charging point? Have got any other questions related to your EV charger? Then, it is time to apply for consultancy. At last, when your charging station is out of order you have two ways to solve this problem. First, you can buy a new device and install it. Second, you can repair the broken one. And, in most cases, the second way is cheaper.
 
In contrast, charge point upgrading services appeared as a response to greater EV charger owners’ requests. For many of them, it is essential to monitor their charging expenses and other statistics on-line. Therefore, some companies are expanding their EV charger service range to cover these needs as well. For example, London Engineers Company equips a standard unit with smart functions. So, you get the ability to customize your device according to your needs and remote control over your charging point through an app on your phone.

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