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AC or DC charging: which is the best choice for your EV?

When charging your electric vehicle, you have two types of current to choose from: Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC). One is typically preferred for home charging, while the other is essential for rapid charging stations on motorways.

✅Daily use → AC charging: More cost-effective and well-suited for home charging or using public AC stations.
✅Long trips → DC charging: Ideal for minimizing downtime when charging on motorways.

✅Key takeaway: If you regularly charge your vehicle overnight at home or at your workplace, AC charging is the best option. However, for long-distance travel, DC charging becomes essential to reduce charging time and keep your journey efficient.

✅E-Mobility Charging Stations Must Be Connected Utilising Its Own Cable.
No additional appliances should be connected to the cable leading from the fuse box to the charging station.
✅Use The Right Cable For EV Charging Load.
If the charging current is 16A or above we recommend a cable with a minimum cross-section area of 2.5 mm2 or more, allowing the vehicle to be charged with a charging power of 11-22 kW. For a three-phase charger, a 5-conductor supply cable must be used.
✅Which Types of Residual Current Devices Are There?
However, Various chargers in the EVSE range already come with an in-built RCD Type A or B with full protection, so extra RCD will be needed
✅Installing the appropriate circuit breaker for your charger
The circuit breaker ensures that the circuit is broken if too much electricity flows through the cable. The circuit breaker must be in alignment with the nominal current, in the case of the required charging power.

If you're looking for a quicker way to charge your electric vehicle (EV) at home, an AC charging station might be the way to go.

Alternating Current (AC) is the type of electricity supplied by both household and public power grids. It’s commonly used for home charging and at public charging stations with moderate power levels (ranging from 3.7 kW to 22 kW).

Advantages:

✅Easy installation: AC charging stations are compatible with standard household electrical networks and don’t require heavy infrastructure.
✅Compatible with all electric vehicles: Virtually every EV can be charged using an AC charger.
✅More affordable: AC chargers are generally cheaper to purchase and install.
✅Well-suited for daily charging: Ideal for overnight charging or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods.