hodad66
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"possible scam." :shock:
garygid said:Sounds like a reasonable price for a well-featured, 32 (or 40?) amp model L2 EVSE (as compared to a "basic" charge-only model).
In particular, the RF-ID to activate it means you could mount it outdoors and it would be "locked" to others.
However, I still have these Questions:
1. Does the "Plug-and-Play Design" mean that it comes with a standard type AC plug ready to plug into an existing wall socket (and, what type plug)?
2. Or, is this EVSE "listed" for hard-wired use only?
3. Can the user change the "max-current" setting, depending upon the circuit/breaker that the user will plug it into?
4. Does "any wall surface" mean that this EVSE is outdoor-use "listed"?
5. Does the "outdoor" use require hard-wiring?
6. If desired, can one disable the need for the RF-ID, so that the EVSE is "always" available?
7. Is this EVSE for 32A maximum out when used on a 40A circuit, or 40A max out when used on a 50A circuit?
garygid said:Maybe we can get ChargeAmerica to answer these questions, instead of guessing?
I care about the real answers, that is why I posted the questions.
Their link
http://www.ev-chargeamerica.com
is still not working.
Gonewild said:I would say this is nice to see what looks to be a very good unit. I like the smart meter technology so the power company can put you on an EV rate. Maybe at little cost upfront. I am happy to be getting the new touch screen Blink unit from the EV Project.
Does the "Plug-and-Play Design" mean that it comes with a standard type AC plug ready to plug into an existing wall socket (and, what type plug)? I would say YES to a drier outlet.
Does "any wall surface" mean that this EVSE is outdoor-use "listed"? I think it could be if water can't get inside.
Does the "outdoor" use require hard-wiring? YES you can not have it exposed to water.
I've seen that 12 inch number other places, including the PG&E website and a pitch I got from Leviton. I think it may be an electrical standard. Even 120v "cords" have the EVSE function which is built into them either right at the wall plug or within 12 inches of it.smkettner said:This is the part I like:
these units are designed to plug into a 240 volt wall outlet, (similar to a electric clothes dryer or air conditioner). This special type of 240 volt outlet should be available within approximately 12 inches of where you would like to install your Charge@Home unit.
Although I might need 30"
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