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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation In Louisiana
With the growing popularity of electric vehicles, the demand for EV charging station installation skyrocketed over the past two years. There are several advantages to purchasing an electric vehicle, the biggest being the elimination of gas. Level 1 charging stations are available for all-electric vehicles and are a one-size-fits-all solution for your basic home. However, depending on the size of your car and how fast and frequently you need it to charge, you may require a different setup. A Level 2 charging station might be preferable if you need your vehicle to charge faster. When it comes to electric vehicle charging station installation in Lafayette, look no further than Gridic Electrical Services. Contact us today for a free quote on your new EV charging station.
Types of EV Charging Stations
If you need more than the standard charge, the 50-amp charging station when buying your Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) is recommended. The charge times are much quicker, allowing your electric vehicle to travel further. This also helps guarantee that your EVSE will work with future models of electric cars that charge faster. Depending on your needs, you may utilize one of several charging devices.
Level 1 Charging Station
Level 1 chargers are commonly known as “wall sockets,” (i.e. plugs in your own home) You can technically charge your car at home via a Level 1 charger. 4.5 miles of driving is achieved after one hour of charging using a Level 1 connection. To obtain a full charge, it would take around 22 hours of charging. For most people, level 1 charging stations are simply too slow. If you commute a moderate distance for work, your battery life can be quickly drained and require fast charging.
Level 2 Charging Station
Level 2 chargers, like your washer or dryer, are powered by a 240V wall plug-in. Level 2 chargers can provide up to 70 miles per hour of charging when connected to your electric vehicle.
Many consumers of level 2 chargers unplug their dryer and connect their charging station when needing to recharge their car. It is strongly suggested that you use a dedicated wall socket for your level 2 charging station. A dedicated outlet avoids the flow of electricity through a single source, reducing the possibility of issues in your house.
The cost of level 2 charging is higher than that of level 1 charging; however, several programs can help offset those initial purchase expenses by as much as 30% through tax credits for installation. If you’re looking for level 2 EV charging station installation in Lafayette, Gridic Electrical Services is here to service you.
Level 3 Charging Stations
Level 3 chargers, also known as DC Fast Chargers, are specialized hardware that is installed in a vehicle’s charging port and transmits AC power to the battery through a unique charging connection. Many DC fast chargers have an average maximum output of 50 kW. A DC rapid charger may charge your battery in as little as 30 minutes instead of eight hours. However, there is no global standard for DC fast chargers at this time.
Most Common DC Fast Chargers
CHAdeMO Charging Stations
Nissan, Mitsubishi, Toyota, and other Japanese businesses collaborated to create CHAdeMO, which is a type of charging method. CHAdeMO chargers are the most widely used in the United States as of 2016 and can charge an electric car or vehicle up to 62.5 kW.
SAE Combo Charging System
The SAE combo charging system (CCS) is the conventional charging option for many American and German automobile companies, such as BMW, General Motors, Ford, Volkswagen, and others. Many SAE Combi chargers are not available in the United States because they can only supply up to 50 kW of power.
Tesla Supercharging
The Tesla Supercharger is in a class of its own when it comes to DC fast charging. The maximum output of the Tesla Supercharger is 145 kW for each plug-in. This allows any Tesla to charge up to 16 times faster than other DC fast chargers, with the only limitation being that only Tesla vehicles can utilize the Tesla Supercharger.
How Fast is Fast Enough for Home EV Charging?
You can charge your electric vehicle battery at any time. You’ll get the most out of your battery if you charge it when convenient for you. It doesn’t employ excessive charging rates to push your battery or utilize idle time while your car is parked at night. The ideal home EV charger offers these benefits:
- Recoups your daily driving range in just a few hours
- Fully recharges your battery overnight on the occasions that you arrive home on low charge (after a long trip, etc)
- Doesn’t require major upgrades to your home electrical service
A charger that delivers 20-30 miles of range per hour charged is ideal for US drivers who cover about 37 miles each day on average (6.6-10 kW power delivery). Recharging takes only two hours, even if the battery is near empty, and a fully depleted 100 kWh battery can be charged entirely overnight. To charge at those rates will not necessitate major electrical service upgrades in the vast majority of homes. In most cases, you will just need a level 2 EV charging station installed at your home.
Why Level 2 Is Best For Home Charging
240V level 2 chargers provide a bigger “pipeline” for electricity to flow to your electric vehicle. They can charge up to 15 times faster than level 1 charges, also known as trickle chargers. Tesla Mobile Connector, Wall Connector, and the wireless Tesla charging station are different types of Level 2 chargers. If you’re in need of Tesla charging station installation, contact Gridic Electrical Services today. Level 2 charging is the best for you if any of these things are true:
- You don’t want to (or can’t) rely heavily on Supercharging stations
- You have a long daily commute
- Your electric utility offers time of use (TOU) discounts for nighttime charging
- You want to use the self-charging upgrade
- You really want to enjoy driving the heck out of your electric vehicle
EV Charging Station Technicians In Lafayette
When you contact Gridic Electrical Services, you will speak to a team of certified professionals that are eager to assist you in selecting the ideal EV charging station at the best price. Every customer is treated like family by our staff, and we will go above and beyond to ensure your complete satisfaction. So, whether you are looking for a single station or a bank of them for your business, our team can help. With expert workmanship, best-in-class charging stations, and unmatched customer care, Gridic Electrical Services has been the trusted name in electric vehicle charging station installation in Lafayette and the greater Louisiana area.