Demand and interest in electric cars continues to grow as a greener travel options increase in popularity. Electric cars all come with a 120-volt charging cable that can charge the battery from a household socket if there are no other options. However, this method is inefficient and will not provide ample charge to perform your daily travel. Investing in a charging station enhances the performance and use of your electric vehicle; extending the length of your trip and making your commute with more reliable.
An EVSE, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment, or sometimes called an EV Charging Station, can charge your vehicle up to 4 times faster through a 240V circuit. A professional electrician should always be contracted for this install. Permits are also recommended. All EVSEs are either NEMA 3 or NEMA 4 rated for either indoor or outdoor installation. The difference is that NEMA 4 offers a little more protection from the elements.
Kope Electric is your local certified ChargePoint installer for commercial and residential implementations. Whether you're looking for a home and/or business based station, charging your electric vehicle (EV) anywhere you go is easy and convenient with ChargePoint.
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