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Just like your mobile phone, you need to charge your electric vehicle to make it run properly. An EV charger helps to charge your electric vehicle. EV chargers help you keep the battery of the electric vehicle full. You will be amazed to know that it is as simple as charging your cellphones.

You just need to have an EV charger and connect it to your vehicle. It actually charges your vehicle by supplying electric power to it. Note that your EV chargers can be either an AC fast charger or a DC fast charger.

Basically, the EV chargers work by pulling current either through the grid or a 240V outlet. This is how it delivers electricity to your vehicles. In other words, it is similar to plugging your car and charging it just like any other chargeable device. According to car experts, J1772 is the most common plug used in electric vehicle chargers.

On the other hand, the J1772 plug may not work with Tesla electric vehicles. You have to make sure that your EV chargers have the right plug to get your electric vehicle charged. If you own a Tesla electric vehicle, then there is a separate Tesla wall connector. You cannot use a Tesla charger for a non-Tesla electric vehicle.

1.1 Charger Level

There are two types of home charging: Level 1 charging and Level 2 charging. Level 1 chargers are typically included with the purchase of a new car. One end plugs into any standard 120-volt (V) outlet, and the other end plugs directly into the car.

Level 1 chargers are the least expensive and also the slowest way to charge your EV. It can take more than 12 hours to fully charge your car. If you routinely drive long distances, you may want to consider a Level 2 charger, which will charge your car faster.

Level 2 chargers typically are sold separately from the car, although they’re often purchased at the same time. These chargers plug into a 240V outlet or may be hardwired to a 240V line, and have a universal SAE J1772 connector.

This connector is compatible with all BEVs and PHEVs in the North American market. Tesla chargers and cars have a modified version of the SAE J1772connector. Every Tesla car comes with an SAE J1772-to-Tesla adaptor, enabling the driver to charge at most charging stations.

1.2 Electrical Panel

Determine whether your electrical panel can accommodate the electrical load of the charger. This will tell you what capacity of chargeryour existing panel can handle or whether you’ll need to upgrade it.

An electrical upgrade will increase installation costs, so you may want to consult an electrician to help make this assessment.

1.3 Cost

A good Level 2 charger will cost between $500 $900*, depending on the type you buy. Installation costs will add another $500 to $1,500, depending on the complexity of the installation.

A Level 1 charger may not cost anything to install, as these chargers typically come with the vehicle, and most houses are already equipped with 120V outlets. Installation costs vary widely based on labor, wiring, and additional features specific to your site.

1.4 Charging Speed (Amperage)

Level 2 home charging stations operate at a voltage of 220V-240V. The fastest charging you can get out of your equipment depends on two factors:

• The amperage (A or“amps”) of the charger

• The car’s acceptance rate in kilowatts (kW)

You may want to consider buying a charger that can handle at least 30 amps. Even if you don’t need it for your first EV, having the additional capacity will avoid the need to upgrade in the future and will not damage the car. Note that a 30-amp charger will need a circuit breaker rated for at least 40 amps.

1.5 Wall Connection Options

There are two ways to connect a Level 2 charging station at your home: permanently installed (hardwired to your electrical panel and not portable) or plugged into an electrical outlet.

Two types of plugs are commonly used with EV chargers: the NEMA 6-50P (welder plug)and the NEMA 14-50P (looks like a stove plug), so if you choose a portable charger, the outlet you install must match these plug types.

You may already have an outlet that can accommodate these plugs somewhere close to your garage or parking space, which could reduce the cost of installation.

1.6 Charger Location and Length of EV Charging Cable

Before you buy an EV charger, think about where you’ll park your electric vehicle at home. Where would be the most convenient location for a charger? If you have a garage, a great option is to put the charger on the wall inside the garage.

Other good options are to place it on an exterior wall of the home or garage or on a post. Not all chargers can be installed outdoors, but if you need to place them outdoors, check to see if it will require a NEMA 4 enclosure, which protects the equipment from rain, sleet, and snow, and from splashing or hose-directed water.

If you decide to place the charger on an outside wall or post, be sure to choose a location that will not interfere, or be interfered with when clearing snow in the winter. 

Just remember that the longer the distance of the new wiring that needs to be added, the more the project will cost. When selecting the length of your charger cable, make sure the cable can easily reach where you’ll park your car, and think about whether you want to accommodate the potential for a second plug-in car in your driveway or garage.

Cables usually run from approximately 12 to 25 feet. Extension cords or adapters should not be used to reach the power supply. Measure the distance between where the charger will hang on your wall and where you are most likely to park, and take into account where the charging port is in your car.

1.7 Locking System

If you live in a densely populated area and you’re planning to install your charger outside using a NEMA 6-50P or NEMA 14-50P plug, we recommend you choose a charging station with a locking mechanism to prevent theft.

It’s a simple step that can save you a lot of inconvenience.

According to some resources, it has been found that a bigger picture of electric vehicles is communicated by the International Energy Agency. This publication is known as the Global EV Outlook. The importance of communities shifting towards EVs has been made clear by EIA over the past years.

It was found that EVs are found to be economically and environmentally beneficial when being charged by electric vehicle chargers.

Some major benefits of EV chargers are listed below:

Clean Environment - Reduced Emissions

According to the California Air Resources Board, 50% of smog in California comes from vehicles. These are powered by diesel-powered and gas-powered engines. This situation creates air pollution that is quite harmful to human health. Different communities can take a step to reduce air pollution by shifting to electric vehicles.

In other words, a wide range of contaminants will be removed by completely shifting to electric vehicles.

As a result, you will see a lot of improvement in the air quality of your country. This ensures that electric vehicles are ideal for creating a clean environment.

Lower Cost Of Driving

According to studies, it has been estimated that electric vehicles cost very little to run and maintain. This is found when electric vehicle costs are compared to gas-powered vehicles. Communities supporting Electric vehicles and EV chargers get more economic stability as compared to those that don't.

Electric Vehicles Make Way For Clean Transportation

Electric vehicles are easier to share, connect, and automate. Since there will be less congestion, emissions, and accidents, there are more chances of clean transportation.

In such a clean driving environment, every adult will be able to drive in their own safety.

The connected data generated by electric vehicles also gives rise to better planning when utilized by transport planners.

EV Chargers Have The Ability To Increase The Value Of Property.

According to a survey, it was found that several apartment renters may not be interested in renting without green amenities. If you install the EV chargers on your property, it will increase the value of the property by attracting more EV owners.

Even so, many states have the right to install EV chargers in their parking lot.

EV Chargers Can Help To Achieve Climate Change Goals.

As mentioned earlier, EV chargers can help to reduce emissions in the best possible way. This shows that there will be less pollution. And a lower pollution level leads to ease in achieving climate change goals.

EV Charging communities Get Better PR

It is not necessary that everyone must follow EVs. However, few people support EV charging systems since it is the right thing to do. As a matter of fact, if any politician or business works for the betterment of the community, it gets more chances for better PR.

With EVs, there are more ways to feel good, and the communities become healthier as well.

The cost of an EV charger depends on several factors, including charging power, connector configuration, communication features, certifications, and optional functions.

ZECONEX EV Charger Price Reference:

• AC EV Chargers: approximately USD 91–4,900
• DC Fast Chargers: approximately USD 1,569–19,216

These figures are estimated equipment prices only and may vary depending on product specifications, customization requirements, certifications, and order quantity. Please contact our sales team for an accurate quotation based on your project requirements.

All Zeconex commercial chargers natively integrate with third-party charge point management platforms like Ampeco via the industry-standard OCPP protocol.

If the charger is not connected to the network, it will not operate normally. The only exception is when the charger is configured to “Plug & Play” mode through our website.

However, please note that once the charger is set to Plug & Play mode, switching it back to a network-connected mode later can be more complicated. We recommend confirming the required operating mode before configuring the charger.

1. You can download charging records from the platform and use them to calculate and collect payments from end users.

2. A POS terminal can also be integrated with the EV charger, allowing end users to simply pay by card once charging is complete. We can also provide a video demonstration for your reference.

1. Please prepare a Windows computer with an Ethernet port and an Ethernet cable in advance. Connect one end of the cable to the computer and the other end to the EV charger.

2. Power on the EV charger and connect it to the computer via the Ethernet cable. Then configure a static IP address on the computer.

3. Open the charger’s web configuration page: http://192.168.1.253/index.html. Go to Configuration → Boolean Property, find StationFreeVendingModeEnable, set its value to true, and click Set. This is the key parameter for enabling Plug & Charge (free-vending) mode.