CANADA'S EASIEST-TO-DEPLOY ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SOLUTION
Smart load managed charging for apartments, condominiums, and fleets that works with any EV.
Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers are typically classified into several levels based on their charging power and the time it takes to charge an electric vehicle. The most common levels of EV chargers are as follows:
Level 1 Chargers (AC Charging):
Charging Power: Typically 1.4 to 1.9 kilowatts (kW)
Charging Time: Slowest charging option
Description: Level 1 chargers use a standard household electrical outlet (120 volts) to provide charging for electric vehicles. They are the slowest option and are usually used for overnight charging or in situations where faster charging is not required. Level 1 chargers often come with the electric vehicle upon purchase.
Level 2 Chargers (AC Charging):
Charging Power: Typically 3.3 to 22 kilowatts (kW)
Charging Time: Faster than Level 1 chargers
Description: Level 2 chargers require a dedicated 240-volt electrical circuit, similar to what is used for large appliances like electric dryers. They are faster than Level 1 chargers and are commonly found in residential, workplace, and public charging stations. Level 2 chargers can charge an electric vehicle significantly faster than Level 1 chargers.
Level 3 Chargers (DC Fast Charging):
Charging Power: Typically above 50 kilowatts (kW) and can go up to several hundred kilowatts (kW)
Charging Time: Rapid charging option
Description: Level 3 chargers, also known as DC Fast Chargers or quick chargers, provide high-power direct current (DC) charging to electric vehicles. They are the fastest charging option and can charge an EV to a significant percentage in a short amount of time. Level 3 chargers are commonly found along highways, major travel routes, and in commercial charging networks.
It's important to note that the availability and power ratings of EV chargers can vary depending on the region, charging infrastructure, and specific charging standards (e.g., CHAdeMO, CCS, Tesla Supercharger). Additionally, newer technologies and advancements in charging infrastructure may introduce higher power levels or different charging options in the future.
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