As a supplier of electric vehicle chargers, Zeconex understands the importance of choosing the right charger for electric vehicle users as electric vehicles become more and more popular. In this article, we will introduce the features, applicable scenarios, advantages and disadvantages of fast chargers, slow chargers and home charging piles in detail, which will help wholesalers better understand the market demand and provide users with more accurate product recommendations.
Fast charger: synonymous with speed and efficiency
Fast charger, also known as ground charging or emergency charging, is known for its efficient charging speed. It uses a non-vehicle charger to charge the battery directly through high current, so that the battery can be charged to about 80% in a short period of time. The current and voltage of fast charger are generally in the range of 150-400A and 200-750V, and the charging power is more than 50kW, mostly in DC power supply mode.
Features and advantages of fast charger:
Efficient and fast: the charging time of fast charger is close to the time of fuel injection of internal combustion engine, which is very suitable for the occasions of urgent need to replenish power.
Large power: the charger on the ground has large power, wide range of output current and voltage variation, and strong adaptability.
Fast charger applicable scenes:
Highway service areas, commercial areas and other occasions requiring fast charging.
Stations that are frequently used by operating vehicles such as cabs and net cars.
Disadvantages of fast charger:
Fast charging requires higher current and power, which may cause the temperature of the battery pack to rise too quickly, affecting battery life.
The equipment cost is higher, and there are certain requirements for the power grid load.
Slow charger: a thin charging method
Slow charger, also known as conventional charging or vehicle charging, is a way of charging using portable charging equipment equipped with the vehicle. It can use home power or special charging pile power, charging current is small, generally in the 16 ~ 32A or so.
Features and advantages of slow chargers:
Battery friendly: slow charging is less damaging to the battery itself and allows for deep charging to improve battery charging and discharging efficiency and extend battery life.
Low cost: charger and installation cost is low, suitable for home users.
Applicable Scenarios of Slow Charger:
Home garage, neighborhood parking space and other occasions of long time parking.
Users with high requirements for battery life.
Disadvantages of slow charger:
Long charging time usually takes 5 to 8 hours to be full.
Home charging post: the perfect combination of convenience and economy
Home charging pile is a charging equipment designed for home users, which combines the high efficiency of fast charging and the economy of slow charging, providing a convenient and economical way of charging for electric vehicle users. The power of home charging piles is usually around 7kW, which can fully charge an electric vehicle in 8 to 10 hours.
Features and advantages of home charging pile:
Convenience: home charging piles are easy to install and cover a small area, suitable for home garages or parking spaces.
Economy: Charging by utilizing the low valley electricity price can reduce the cost of charging.
Intelligence: some home charging piles support intelligent reservation charging, remote control and other functions, to improve the user experience.
Applicable scenes of home charging pile:
Family garage, community parking space and other occasions that require long-term, stable charging.
Users who have high requirements for charging convenience and economy.
Disadvantages of home charging piles:
Compared with fast charging equipment, the charging speed is slow.
Electric Vehicle Charger Wholesaler
As an EV charger wholesaler, it is important to understand the features, application scenarios, advantages and disadvantages of different chargers. Zeconex is committed to providing customers with high-quality and cost-effective EV charger products. Whether it's a fast charger for high efficiency and speed, a slow charger for battery friendliness, or a home charging post for convenience and economy, we can provide you with product solutions to meet your market needs. We welcome wholesalers to contact us!