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Types of electric vehicle charger

Electric cars will often require charging at home for convenience. The type of charger needed will vary depending on the individual requirements of those using it. You can click on the following headings to find out more about the types of electric vehicle charger, charger power and the connections, and understand which may apply to you.

Tethered vs untethered
Charger power (kW)
Single-phase and three-phase connections
Type 1 and 2 connectors
Vehicle to Grid (V2G), integrated solar PV and energy storage


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