Opinions - Clipper Creek HCS-40P?

[pdaunno]

I'm looking for opinions, good or bad, on the Clipper Creek HCS-40P. I'm planning to buy one soon once I get the 220 installed into my garage. I've heard some good things about it but curious what others think.

 

[asemeco]

I've had one since mid-December.

A little bulky, requires permanent (not plug/unplug) installation.
Simple to operate, no bells and whistles (like a screen, timers, network connection).
Looks sturdy. Reviews rate it as very reliable. The price is good ($590). 25' cord.
The electrician said other models are more complicated (expensive) to install. I paid $200 in Atlanta, GA. Costs and regulations are very different in other states.

Do you have a 3.3 or a 6.6 kW on-board charger? I believe the 3.3 kW OBC wouldn't take advantage of the increased charging speed of the HCS-40.

Also available in plug-to-the-wall versions. See other threads for advantages and disadvantages.

I recommend it.

 

[asemeco]

Sorry. Didn't realize you too are in Atlanta, and you have the upgraded OBC.

Take a look at MetroPlugIn,

http://www.metroplugin.com

They are local, and they sell Clipper Creeks.

 

[pdaunno]

Thanks. I want the semi-portability of the HCS-40P since it's plug in. Metro doesn't show that on their website. I'm confident I can mount the unit once my electrician puts the dedicated 220 in. Glad the Clipper Creek is working well for you. I just want something easy to use with no frills.

 

[asemeco]

I agree on simplicity and no frills.

Remember that the supply circuit should be rated for 50A, not 40, for the HCS-40P.

 

[Randy]

I agree on simplicity and no frills.

Remember that the supply circuit should be rated for 50A, not 40, for the HCS-40P.

Actually, the HCS-40 can only put out 30 amps maximum, so a 40 amp breaker and rated wire would be just fine...

 

[asemeco]

As I understand it, that's for permanent installation. HCS-40P requires 50 A in the supply circuit (this is taken from the Clipper Creek website)

It has to do with NEC wiring code and your insurance not refusing to cover your potential electrical fire. Look in:

http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=15956&hilit=install+50&start=10

 

[Randy]

I appreciate your train of thought, but this Clipper Creek EVSE can only put out 30 amps maximum...I still think a 40 amp breaker is appropriate to handle the continuous load requirements of the NEC...

 

[davewill]

As I understand it, that's for permanent installation. HCS-40P requires 50 A in the supply circuit (this is taken from the Clipper Creek website) ...

Something's fishy. Here's from the manual:
http://clippercreek.com/store/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/HCS-40-users-manual_v1.b.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Note that it says 50a breaker for the plug versions, but only specs 10awg wire. Personally, I think it's a typo and they meant 40a breaker for the plug in versions.

 

[pdaunno]

I've just emailed Clipper Creek to be sure of what I need for the breaker (50A), receptacle (15-40) and wire (10AWG). I certainly want my electrician to install the right things to support the HCS-40P. I will post a follow up once I hear back from them.

 

[davewill]

I've just emailed Clipper Creek to be sure of what I need for the breaker (50A), receptacle (15-40) and wire (10AWG). I certainly want my electrician to install the right things to support the HCS-40P. I will post a follow up once I hear back from them.

By all means get the proper info from ClipperCreek, but I'm confident that no competent electrician (or inspector) would let you put a 50a breaker in with 10AWG wire, anyway.

 

[pdaunno]

I got my 220 installed today. The electrician used 8AWG, 50A breaker and a 15-40 outlet. Total cost was $500.