In the US we can get a well reviewed level 1/level 2 charger for $200.
Megear Level 1-2 EV Charger(100-240V,16A) Portable EVSE Home Electric Vehicle Charging Station(NEMA6-20 with Adapter for NEMA5-15) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075GJK2S9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EKWVHZEP5AWNWHM79KA9
9.6kW, comes with 14-50 plug. Specs don't really justify the price.
ChargePoint sells home EV charges for $699.
I've used the Juicebox 40 for almost 3 years now without issue. The latest version is rated for outdoor installs and they do have a non-hard wired option so you can unplug it and remove it easily. It has some nice wifi features for controlling and monitoring charging remotely that seem to work well, but honestly I have rarely used them. Just plug the card in and you can rely on it being properly charged when you return.
If you're not dead-set on a connected charger, you could get something like this one that actually rated/designed to do both 120 and 240 for a lot cheaper. I have basically the same one that I keep in my car.
Just get a cheapo ($200-300) portable level 2 cord that does level 1 or 2 charging. 120v/240v, your choice. These generally level 2 charge at a slower rate.. but still are a nice option. You can level 2 charge at any rv park in a pinch with it.
Look at reviews. Here's the first result on Amazon:
Also, most cars lock the charger in place when you lock the car.
I have an aftermarket charging cable because Carvana originally told me the car would arrive without one. It arrived with the original charging cord tucked in the side compartment in the rear, and you're right that one doesn't have a cap. Mine was absolutely filthy so I'm sure the previous owner was charging outside.
This is the one I purchased:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075GJK2S9?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details
It's been working great for the last 2 months I've had it. I like the cord keeper kit with wall cap for safe keeping too. You can buy that kit separately if that's what you'd like.
I use it regularly. Most chargers I used were either 6.6kwh or 7.2 which is slow. If you leave the car unattended I recommend the anti-asshole lock for the adapter. Tesla Model 3/Y Charger Lock for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083PQ5NLL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
No-name chargers are okay in a pinch, but I'd be looking for something UL rated for everyday use. The cheap chargers usually don't have overheat protection and can melt a faulty outlet.
For 120v, I'd recommend looking on eBay for an OEM cable from Chevy, Nissan, or Toyota. I'm using a Toyota EVSE on my Leaf: https://www.ebay.com/itm/124739921259
For 240v you should consider a hardwired, mounted charger, which will make it harder for anyone to walk off with. The new JuiceBox is a little pricy, but it has a nice locking bracket with a key designed for public applications. Plus you can get a tax credit for 30% of your purchase and installation costs... https://www.amazon.com/JuiceBox-40-Next-Generation-Electric-Charging/dp/B07ZL41687/
Right. I know I need the special cable. I’m asking about something called a wall box. I want to know if I can plug directly into a 240V outlet without having a wallbox. Hyundai’s videos make it sound like a wall box is necessary
Pulsar Plus Level 2 Electric Vehicle Smart Charger - 40 Amp NEMA Ultra Compact, WiFi, Bluetooth, Alexa and Google Home - 25 Foot Cable - UL Certified - Indoor/Outdoor - by Wallbox https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08H2LYFHX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_C0CH2RE4TMA1QKVR4X6Z?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I got one of these, and considered the rebates/tax credits that go along with installing a charger at home. Unit works well, and I use the scheduling feature that came with the charger.
True.
Next question: Is the wire in the outlet 14 gauge or 12 gauge?
If it’s the latter, you would upgrade the circuit to a 6-20, which should be more common EVSE plug.
Edit: example
Megear Level 1-2 EV Charger(100-240V,16A) Portable EVSE Home Electric Vehicle Charging Station(NEMA6-20 with Adapter for NEMA5-15) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075GJK2S9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_G19PAZVSSPGHATBEXNHG
It's a bit complicated lol Last year, my electric company offered an incentive for EV owners to install a metered charger ... Up to $2500 to achieve that goal. My house only had 100 amp service, and being everything electric, I needed to upgrade to 200 amp. Knowing a second EV and possibly a new shop being built on the farm I relocated my main to the side of the house where I park and had a second 14-50 amp outlet installed for future use. I then purchased a $200 portable L2 15amp (3.3kW) charger for the Volt, and I use the 40a openEVSE for my Bolt. Setup pictured here https://imgur.com/LiOv8Xu
The portable charger is here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075GJK2S9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_GL9tBb7B45K1B I made a 14-50 adapter out of an old 10ga extension cord, an RV replacement plug, and a female nema 6-20 replacement cord end.
In the end, I spent around $2,000 extra on the electrical work, portable EVSE, and materials to make the adapter. I can elaborate further if you wish. Just lemme know :) (Edit: removed Amazon title from pasted link)
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Maybe consider 220/240v instead of 210? Just a thought.
Anyways I used to have a cheap MUSTART L2 charger that died after 18 months so I recently shopped around for something new and ended up purchasing the Basic GRIZZL-E . No apps or Smart Features. You an also get a version that can be hardwired so no plug needed. This was based on reviews of others I have recently read. Made in Canada. Seems to be a solid item. I would be wary of any cheaper no-name L2 chargers made in China these days.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Q22651D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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This one. Most Tesla drivers have a J-1772 adapter, but not many other EV drivers have the Tesla adapter. And this charger is a beast. I've put it in every place I own.
so, I have a 3.3 XSE charger as well.
I ended up buying a Schumacher cable when it was on sale at napa for $150.
I took the stock cable, and leave it in a drawer in the garage, and never use it. This cable, can charge on 110 or 220. I leave it in a bag in the trunk, and charge my car on 220 at work (3-4 hours for a full charge). I also can use it on my dryer outlet in my garage, with an adapter I bought from Best Buy (apparently, house is older, new houses have the new plug like on the cable).
Once you start charging on 220, it's hard to go back to charging on 110, unless it's overnight, and this cable is like 3 feet longer than the stock cable and can reach far. I also keep a 14 gauge 15 ft extension cord in the same bag as the cable (I never use it, but I bought it)
If you have the choice hardwiring is always best. reduction of connection points for these high amp circuits is a reduction in fire risk.
I believe juicebox is approved for smart EVSE rebate from PSEG NJ. Its another pretty solid offering for J1772 EVSEs https://www.amazon.com/JuiceBox-40-Next-Generation-Electric-Charging/dp/B07ZL41687
otherwise you're into FB marketplace and ebay to get a home flex asap.
Electric car charger.
It's a NEMA 14-50 right? Those are very popular for electric car chargers. A 50 amp outlet can deliver 40 amps continuous at 240v (you have to derate by 20% for EV chargers or any other load that will be continuous for more than a couple hours). 40 amps at 240v is 9600 watts. That'll fully charge (0-100%) a Tesla Model Y in about 8.5 hours. That makes it perfect for overnight charging of almost any electric car.
To charge your EV, you need an EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment), aka an electric car charger. Here's a popular one that has lots of cool features. ChargePoint Home Flex and Autel are also good. If you don't need bells and whistles, Clipper Creek is rock solid and will last forever. I suggest avoid Grizzl-E as they have problems with overheating and sometimes catching fire.
What EV charging station is that?
It looks very similar to a Lectron unit (although Lectron sells their products under several different brand names).
Lectron is known for:
If that is indeed the unit I think it is then my answer is no, it is not safe. I strongly recommend replacing that with a charging cable that is from a trustworthy brand (such as ClipperCreek).
The chargepoint home flex fit into existing dryer outlets. Installation is fairly simple. Just need to mount and plug in, connect it to WiFi. It also goes with the existing chargepoint app that you'll need on the go if you plan on using public level 2 stations anyways
This happened to my 2013 not long after I purchased it. I went through all the fuses as others have described and I tried charging it at another charge station (which happened to be broken as well) so it led me to believe the port was bad. Turns out that I tried another charging station and it took a charge so I bought a new charger on Amazon and it will charge just fine at home now. This is what I bought
You probably don't need to carry a 240V cable with you. You don't even really need the 120V cable, but it's nice to have that in the car sometimes for special occasions. Almost all places you charge a car in public will have the cord there for you.
That said - if you want a 240V EVSE to leave in your home permanently, I'd recommend something like the GRIZZL-E EVSE shown here: https://www.amazon.com/Grizzl-Level-EV-Charger-GR1-14-24-Premium/dp/B082LMVSLY It is the cheapest cable on Amazon that is UL certified (some cheaper cables claim they are, but they are not fully certified), it is thick and built well so I have no safety or quality concerns with it. It has served me well for my Bolt. You can get fancier cables but you really don't need them.
Resurecting an old post. Everybody with a GRIZZL-E charger still happy? I am in the market for my first at home level 2 charger and looking at this one. Price look good to me.
Alternatively, looking at EVduty-40 (30A) https://evdutystore.elmec.ca/products/evduty-40-electric-vehicle-charging-station-hardwired-1
Or a simple portable one like this one https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B079NTNJ5C/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_JRWSHHYA71JDMERS30MN_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&th=1
Mine lasted 3 months. Seems a pretty common problem with the unit overheating and limiting charging ability (amber light, no blinking blue light). My dealer said EVSEs weren't a part of the vehicle and NOT covered under the warranty.
I'd recommend installing a NEMA 14-50 in your garage and purchasing a third party charger. I have the Wallbox Pulsar Plus and couldn't recommend it enough.
Mine errored out recently after it was submerged in water.. Unfortunate but at least it was the charger and not the car's port itself. I purchased this one, and it has been working out well. It has Tier 2 as standard but comes with an adapter for Tier 1.
You might look at the Schumacher as well. It's cable is quite a bit longer which might be useful on the road. https://www.amazon.com/Schumacher-Portable-EV-Charger-Batteries/dp/B08PQ42SJ4/
You'd need a 6-20 to 10-30 adapter, but you can use that without issue with this evse.
I've used this charger for 3 years now andIt's great and a great price. It'll do level 1 when plugged to 120v, and level 2 when plugged to 240v. the cord is nice and long too, and is one of the cheaper options. I've never had it fail or trip a circuit.
I thought a home charging setup required something like this too?
Grizzl-E Level 2 EV Charger, 16/24/32/40 Amp, NEMA 14-50 Plug/06-50 Plug, 24 feet Premium Cable, Indoor/Outdoor Car Charging Station, Classic/Avalanche/Extreme (Classic 14-24-PB)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082LMVSLY/ref=cm\_sw\_r\_api\_i\_CWSF50EDSA9H2XXXEV1K\_0